Sick Calf ProtocOl

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Glossary of Terms

At the first treatment of any animal, the information must be entered on the recording sheet.  Once the sheet is full, it needs to be turned over to Example Dairy Farms. 
In regards to results, the possible outcomes would include: (1) ok, (2) dead, (3) chronic problem, etc.

Electrolytes:  These should be given in addition to the milk replacer.  One of two ways works best: (1) add a feeding of electrolytes at noon or (2) wait at least 15 minutes after milk feeding before giving electrolytes.


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Scott Poock  Dairy Veterinarian