Anthrax in Beef Cattle

By Asst Editor Craig R, on June 15th, 2011

In the UK, all cases of unexplainable sudden death have to be reported to the Divisional Veterinary Office, so that a decision can be made whether the animal is to be tested for anthrax as sudden unexplained death is the most common presentation of anthrax in cattle.

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Acorn Poisoning in Beef Cattle

By Asst Editor Craig R, on June 15th, 2011

Clinical Signs

* Sudden death can occur (although poisoning generally occurs over a period days)

* Constipation initially, followed by black watery diarrhoea.

* Depression and loss of appetite

* Straining to pass faeces and urinate is very common

* Weakening, collapse and death (usually within seven days of the onset of signs)

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