Knowby Dairy Systems Compliance
Knowby
Sick Cow exam
How to tell if a cow is sick
How to tell if a cow is sick
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<p>Normal is 38.5. Temperature above 39.5 or below 38 indicate a sick cow. low temperatures are generally associated with toxic shock.</p>

Normal is 38.5. Temperature above 39.5 or below 38 indicate a sick cow. low temperatures are generally associated with toxic shock.

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<p>Always check all four teats for mastitis.</p>

Always check all four teats for mastitis.

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<p>Do a rectal exam to see the consistency of the shit.</p>

Do a rectal exam to see the consistency of the shit.

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<p>If calving time do a vaginal exam ( after cleaning ) to check for RFMs or a calf!!</p>

If calving time do a vaginal exam ( after cleaning ) to check for RFMs or a calf!!

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<p>Check inside the mouth for lesions.</p>

Check inside the mouth for lesions.