Cattle Health

Zinnias are generally considered non-toxic to cows and other livestock. While they are safe for animals to consume, it's always best to monitor their diet to ensure they are not eating excessive amounts of any non-grass plants, as this can lead to digestive issues. If you suspect your cattle are showing unusual symptoms after eating zinnias or any other plants, consult a veterinarian for guidance.

Cows' feces is not grass because it is a byproduct of digestion. When cows eat grass, their digestive systems break down the plant material through fermentation and microbial action, extracting nutrients. The remaining waste, which includes undigested fibers, bacteria, and other substances, is excreted as feces. Thus, while grass is the input, the feces is a transformed output resulting from the complex digestive process.

Yes, cows can experience epilepsy, although it is relatively rare. Epilepsy in cattle may be caused by various factors, including genetic predisposition, metabolic disorders, or environmental influences such as exposure to toxins. Symptoms can include convulsions, abnormal behavior, and loss of consciousness. If a cow exhibits signs of seizures, it is important for a veterinarian to evaluate the animal for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

Italian parsley is not considered toxic to cows; however, it should be fed in moderation. While it is safe in small amounts, large quantities may lead to digestive issues. As with any plant, it's essential to monitor livestock for any adverse reactions when introducing new foods. Always consult a veterinarian for specific dietary concerns regarding livestock.

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Well, hello there, friend! Camellia bushes are indeed toxic to cows if ingested in large quantities. It's always important to make sure your furry friends have a safe and healthy environment to roam in. If you're concerned about your cows, it's best to consult with a veterinarian or animal expert who can provide guidance on keeping them safe and happy.

It depends on what they have prolapsed, since there are three types of prolapses: rectal, uterine, and vaginal.

If it is a female that has a uterine prolapse this can be a result of a birthing complication, and may be due to a chemical imbalance that is telling her to continue pushing, or because of stress on the birthing canal. This can also be true for a vaginal prolapse.

Rectal prolapses can result from either constipation or diarrhea that the cow is constantly trying to push out.. This also can be a result of a high amount of stress, for example if the cow is down and cannot get back up she may put pressure on the rectum until it prolapses.

There are many different reasons that a yearling calf could die. Or any cow. !) It was born with a defect that finally killed it. 2) It could have contracted a illness that could have killed it.3) A predator could have killed it, the kind of predator would depend on the area the calf lived in. 4) It could have been killed by humans for food. 5) It could have fell and broke something, neck-instant death, leg-person could shoot to relive it's pain. The list could go on and on as long as someone can thing of something.

No, pushing a cow onto its back will not automatically kill it. However, cows that are unable to regain an upright position may experience health issues due to the stress and pressure on their internal organs. It is important to handle animals with care and ensure their well-being.

Retained placentas in cows may cause complications such as metritis, which can cause a cow to become ill (feverish, lose weight) to the point that you may actually lose her. This is mainly because the placenta, which would hang out of the vulva and get sucked back in with her movements, would be exposed to a host of bacteria from the ground (when she lays down) and from the feces she expells (since the vulva is situated immediately below the anus), which gets into the uterus and creates an environment for infection.

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It's usually due to genetics causing a lethal genetic disorder that kills the calf prior to parturition, or mineral deficiency. Curly Calf Syndrome and White Muscle Disease are examples of each, respectively.

No, but you can injure it if you somehow manage. Just be careful. A lot of city kids that go cow tipping do not realize that some of them will chase you. It will be embarrassing to explain that you got your arm broke when a cow ran you over after you picked on it. Or even better, that the huge bruise you have is where you couldn't tip her, but she head-butted you instead. Keep in mind that they kick...with several hundred pounds of force behind it. Also, remember bulls can kick your butt badly...and that angry farmers may not be something you want to deal with either. It's probably best to just leave Betsy alone.

Treatment of selenium overdose in cows involves administering calcium gluconate intravenously to reduce toxicity. Supportive care includes ensuring proper hydration, managing any clinical signs of toxicity such as muscle fasciculations or respiratory distress, and providing a balanced diet to support recovery. Consultation with a veterinarian is essential for appropriate management and monitoring of the cow's condition.

Yes, vitamin D plays a role in the immune response of cows by supporting proper immune function and reducing inflammation. Selenium is also important for immune function in cows as it helps protect against oxidative stress and improves white blood cell activity. Both nutrients are essential for maintaining a healthy immune system in cows.

If the movie - The Holiday is accurate... the Santa Ana winds were at Christmas time, so I guess it would Winter.

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Autumn and early Winter

There are no cows in a box full of balloons, as cows are animals and balloons are objects commonly used for decoration or celebrations.

Common name: Singapore Daisy

Scientific name: Sphagneticola trilobata

Kingdom: Plantae

Phylum: Magnoliophyta

Class: Magnoliopsida

Order: Asterales

Family: Asteraceae

Genus: Sphagneticola

Species: Sphagneticola trilobata

The technological term for the process in which a cow regurgitates its cud and chews it is called "rumination." Rumination allows cows to further break down and digest their food by re-chewing it before fully swallowing it for final digestion.

Your 1993 Trans Am may overcool and not produce heat due to issues with the thermostat, radiator, or heater core. A faulty thermostat can cause the engine to run cooler than normal, while a blocked radiator can prevent proper coolant circulation. A clogged heater core can also hinder heat transfer to the interior. It's best to have a mechanic inspect these components to diagnose and resolve the problem.

Mint creams that are applied to the skin of the udder, usually twice a day. Brands include Udder Comfort.

Well yeah medicine from a vet is good but its to expensive. But oil from your car that you just change. Take you animal a bath in car oil and leave him outside in the heat. When he starts iching that means it is working. Then like 3 to 4 hours later take him a bath and the animal will be just like new.

Spitting out cud is one of the first signs of disease in cattle. It is often indicative of abscesses or bad teeth. It is also associated with diseases such as tick fever and anaplasmosis.

The short answer is, you don't; mature horses with broken weight-bearing leg bones do not heal well (or at all), are generally in excruciating amounts of pain and are often a danger to themselves or their handlers because they panic due to being restrained. However, a young foal (6 months old or younger) with a greenstick fracture or a fracture of a non-weight-bearing bone may be able to have the fracture reduced and tolerate corrective equipment (cast, splint, etc.) until the bone heals.

This is where the folk wisdom of shooting (ie, mercy killing) a horse with a broken leg comes from: there is little that can be done to keep the horse safe, comfortable and immobile for the months it would take for the bone to heal up enough to support the animal's weight.

I have seen this tried, on a six year old Arabian stallion with a compound open fracture of the proximal radius. He freaked out when put into a body sling to help support his weight and broke an equine vet resident's ribs. He had multiple surgeries to realign the bone fragments, put antibiotics into the break site to prevent bone infection, pull out dead bone fragments and put transverse supporting pins through the distal humerus. The owner spent over $10,000 on surgeries, X-rays, hospitalization and daily care, the break never healed and the stallion was eventually euthanized.

It depends on what you mean by "incorrect." If you gave a cow an IM injection and injected it in the wrong site, it won't matter. But, if you gave an IM injection under the skin instead or in a blood vessel, it may make the solution you injected less effective than what was instructed on the bottle.

Thus, let it be a lesson to you to always read the label and pay attention to where the best injection sites are. Don't dwell on it: just take it as a lesson learned and move on.