Ensuring that calves receive adequate high-quality colostrum containing
antibodies within two to four hours of birth is key to preventing scours. There are a number of factors that influence the quantity and quality of colostrum the calf receives from the dam. These include:
• age of the dam
• precalving...
Scours is the common name for diarrhea in calves. Diarrhea is a disease
of the digestive system characterized by watery feces and increased
frequency of bowel movements.
The high water content in the feces results in water loss from the body
(dehydration). Along with water, the body loses electrolytes, which...