Effects of Prophylactic Administration of a Nonspecific Immune Stimulant on the Performance of Hutch-Reared Calves

Authors

  • Bruce J. Nosky Vetrepharm Research, Inc., 119 Rowe Rd., Athens, GA 30601 U.S.A.
  • Thomas J. Worthington Chino Corona Veterinary Services, 7634 Eucalyptus Ave., Chino, CA 91710 U.S.A.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20005430

Keywords:

beef cattle, immunotherapeutic, mycobacterial cell wall

Abstract

A 75-day study was conducted in 400 beef-production, Holstein-cross calves to determine the effects of administering a single dose of a nonspecific, mycobacterial cell wall fraction immunotherapeutic (Immunoboost®, Vetrepharm, Georgia, U.S.A.) via various routes within the first 24 hours of life.

Cover image of the 33rd Conference Proceedings: Cattle and calves standing in a field of wildflowers, gazing curiously at the photographer. Yellow background.

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Published

2000-09-21

Issue

2000

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