Rotaviral Diarrhoea in Cattle

By Asst Editor Craig R, on June 29th, 2011

An electron micrograph of a rotavirus (from web.lfw.org)

Clinical Signs

Calf over 4 days old, usually younger than three weeks Sudden onset pale yellow, pasty diarrhoea, sometimes with mucous and blood flecks Calves are dull and reluctant to drink Diarrhoea usually lasts 4 to 8 days Can become severely dehydrated, especially . . . → Read More: Rotaviral Diarrhoea in Cattle

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Winter Dysentery/Scour in Cattle

By Asst Editor Craig R, on June 29th, 2011

What is Winter Dysentery

Winter dysentery is an infectious disease that affects all ages of cattle. It is extremely infectious with up to 100% of cattle being affected, but death is very rare. Its cause is unknown but a coronavirus is the current favourite.

Clinical Signs

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Necrotic Enteritis in Cattle

By Asst Editor Craig R, on June 22nd, 2011

What is necrotic enteritis?

Necrotic enteritis is a disease of unknown cause, seen in spring-born suckled calves at grass. These calves are usually between 6 and 16 weeks of age.

Clinical Signs Diarrhoea often with blood and mucous Inappetance, lethargy, Loss of condition, dehydration Ulcers may be present on lips, gums or tongue Death . . . → Read More: Necrotic Enteritis in Cattle

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