Effects of Dystocia on Dam Health and Productivity

Authors

  • J. E. Lombard Integrated Livestock Management, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
  • S. Tomlinson Integrated Livestock Management, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
  • F. B. Garry Integrated Livestock Management, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO
  • L. P. Garber National Animal Health Monitoring System:CEAH:USDA;APHIS:VS, Fort Collins, CO

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21423/aabppro20035310

Keywords:

dystocia, health, production, morbidity, mortality

Abstract

The effects of dystocia on dam health and productivity are rarely monitored on dairy farms. It is highly likely that the effects of dystocia on health and production are substantial. The objectives of this year-long longitudinal study were to measure proportion of dams experiencing dystocia on three Front Range Colorado dairies and evaluate associations with dam productivity, morbidity and mortality.

Cover image of the 36th Conference Proceedings: Holstein cows standing in a row at a fence. One cow has put her head through the fence and is curiously inspecting a pile of hay. Yellow background.

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Published

2003-09-18

Issue

2003

Section

Research Summaries - Dairy I