8 Day old Bull Calf Feeding

[M-5]

Unless the vet directed you to give electrolyte every day I would only do the 2 feedings. Even tho he did not get colostrum he can still overcome it and mature as normal , he will have a suppressed immune system . I would also recommend banding him. Some folks vacinate at his age some do not , i would consult your vet and follow his guidelines.

 

[Stocker Steve]

Cograts on your efforts. Calves that do not have a good start are at high risk for infection. Joint ill and pneumonia are common ones. Being proactive with vaccinations is very important. I could give him a scours vac, an Enforce 3 vac, banamine, and a dose of antibiotics. Good luck.

 

[Stocker Steve]

Hard to treat due to limited circulation in the joints.
Ask about injecting antibiotics into the joint area.

 

[Stocker Steve]

"Cured" one with swollen front joints.
When you put the needle in matter squirted out...
Then injected LA 100

 

[LauraleesFarm]

He sounds like he has turned the corner.

I would make sure my milk replacer is NOT SOY and is all dairy content, and at least 20% fat. Land O Lakes makes a good one.

Give him two quarts twice a day and keep a nice starter ration and fresh water in his stall. Drop the electrolyte.

He should do well from this point! I bet he got a little colostrum and that will be enough.

 

[Air gator]

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