Maximizing Immune Response in Dairy Cattle
Maximizing Immune Response and Health in Dairy Cattle By Heather Smith Thomas Strong immunity and optimum health are very important in dairy cows. They have huge demands on their body for peak performance in milk production and healthy reproduction, along with ability to produce high-quality colostrum for their calves. The goal in every dairy is to find ways to optimize the health of those animals. Dr. Dean Elder, […]
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Mastitis in Dairy Cows
Mastitis in Dairy Cows By Heather Smith Thomas Mastitis simply means inflammation and/or infection in one or more quarters of the udder. Signs of mastitis often include swelling, heat, redness and pain in the udder. Acute mastitis can cause fever, depression, loss of appetite and weight, septicemia, and death. Mastitis can also become chronic if […]
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Lameness in Dairy Cattle
Lameness in Dairy Cattle Lameness is one of the biggest welfare and economic challenges facing dairy herds. Between 80% and 90% of cases originate in the hoof. These cases are generally classified as either infectious, such as foot rot and digital dermatitis, or non-infectious, including sole ulcers and white line disease. Pain from lameness reduces […]
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