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Sync- The story begins at birth
Colostrum is important not only for immunity, but also provides biologically active compounds that help to establish an appropriate microbe population in the gut. Unfortunately, the quality of fresh colostrum is not always adequate. We have a solution! Sync provides gut development and immune support by providing calves with 10 strains of probiotics, antibodies, and a blend of biologically active compounds for immune support.
Choosing a Calf Supplement
Nutrition plays a huge role in the success of calf raising. It is important to supply nutrition to meet animal requirements for maintenance, growth, and immunity. Whether the calf is being raised on whole milk or replacer, it is always a good idea to consider supplementing the milk so that all three of these requirements are met. There are a lot of calf supplements out there on the market, here are some tips for choosing which one is right for your operation...
Views from a Veterinarian - Interview with Dr. Erika Nagorske
I recently had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Erika Nagorske of Southwest Veterinary Services. Dr. Nagorske was kind enough to share some thoughts with us on a few calf raising topics. The following are her responses...
6 Signs of Calf Wellness - Understanding Calf Scours
Diarrhea is one of the most commonly reported diseases in young calves, and is a major cause of productivity and economic loss to cattle producers all over the world. Multiple pathogens are known to cause and contribute to calf diarrhea. Other factors that influence the severity of disease include environmental and management practices...
6 Signs of Calf Wellness - Understanding Ear Positioning
Assessment of ear positioning is another piece of the puzzle when evaluating calf wellness. Normal positioning of ears should be erect and alert. Calves that flick their ears, shake their head, tilt their head, or have one or more droopy ear, should be examined more closely to determine the presence of a foreign body or an infection...