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The first few weeks of a calf’s life require close attention because young animals may become weak quickly when feeding, hygiene or health problems are ignored.
Here are a few important practices:
Provide early access to the mother’s first milk
The first milk is important for the young calf and should not be unnecessarily delayed.
Keep the environment clean and dry
Dirty and wet housing may expose young animals to avoidable health problems.
Observe feeding every day
A calf that suddenly stops feeding should be monitored immediately.
Watch the droppings
Persistent diarrhea can cause rapid loss of body fluids and weakness.
Keep the calf warm during cold weather
Young animals require proper protection from harsh weather conditions.
Do not ignore weakness or breathing difficulty
Early professional attention may prevent the condition from becoming more serious.
Farmers should observe young calves several times daily. A small change in behaviour may be the first indication of a bigger problem.
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