Soins au veau nouveau-né

Document type: article published in GDS Creuse

Authors: Boris Boubet

Excerpt: As soon as the calf is born, the farmer will check a number of points: umbilical hernia or hemorrhage, heart and respiratory rate, head posture, which can be a sign of anoxia (insufficient oxygenation). In all cases, resuscitation of the calf is a real emergency. (…)
Pay particular attention to the navel ( …)
Check cardiac function… (…) and respiratory function (…)
Anoxia, a condition that must beidentified…(…) and treated urgently (…)
A difficult calving has a long-term impact on the calf (…)
In conclusion, observe carefully and be responsive (…)

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