Vet Topics: Neonatal Diarrhoea in Calves

by Pablo Díaz Fernández et al.
December 2020

Vet Topics: Neonatal Diarrhoea in Calves pdf

Vet Topics: Neonatal Diarrhoea in Calves is a focused clinical guide addressing one of the most common and economically significant diseases in young calves. This book provides a practical, evidence-based approach to understanding, diagnosing, and managing neonatal diarrhea in cattle.

The text explores the multifactorial causes of calf diarrhea, including infectious agents (viral, bacterial, protozoal), environmental factors, colostrum management, and nutritional influences. It emphasizes early diagnosis, fluid therapy, electrolyte balance, and supportive care strategies essential for reducing mortality and improving recovery rates.

This book uses a simple and practical approach to address the key aspects of neonatal diarrhoea in calves and provides professionals working in cattle production with a range of tools to facilitate the interpretation and management of this disease.

Designed for field veterinarians and livestock professionals, this resource offers clear protocols for prevention, treatment, and herd-level control of neonatal calf diarrhea.