Therapeutic Approach to the Diarrheic Calf

Authors

  • J. M. Naylor Department of Veterinary Internal Medicine, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Sask. Canada

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro19887060

Keywords:

diarrheic calf, suck reflexes, intravenous fluids, therapy

Abstract

The therapeutic approach to the diarrheic calf is determined by the historical and physical findings. Calves that are weak and have poor suck reflexes are usually treated with intravenous fluids. Oral fluids are used for calves that can still suck; they are particularly useful for on the farm therapy.

Cover image of the Proceedings of the 21st Annual Convention: Cover image is a photo of cattle grazing alongside a river with pine trees and a mountain range in the background. Journal title is written in the upper left corner and conference information in the lower right.

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Published

1988-09-28

Issue

1988

Section

Beef Cow-Calf Split Session II