Hypocalcemia in Sows Sows (female pigs) are occasionally suffered with hypocalcemia. Hypocalcemia in sow develops MMA complex (Mastitis, Metritis, Agalactia). Etiology and clinical signs are similar to milk fever in cow. High temperature, swollen mammary gland, uterine discharge, loss of appetite and toxemia are some clinical signs can be observed. Respond well with calcium therapy […]

Hypocalcemia in Ewes and Does Hypocalcemia in ewes and does is less common production disease. Etiology Risk Factors and Disease Susceptibility: Clinical Signs Diagnosis Diagnosis is similar to milk fever in cow. Treatment In sheep and goats, the recommended dose of calcium is 15-20 g IV with an optional 5-10 g SC.

Eclampsia in Bitches Eclampsia in bitches also known as puerperal tetany, milk fever or hypocalcemia in bitches (female dogs). Eclampsia is an acute life threatening condition caused by extreme hypocalcemia in lactating bitches. Common in small breed dogs having more litter size. It occurs mostly at 2-3 weeks of lactation, when milk production is at

Lactation Tetany of Mares Lactation tetany of mares also known as eclampsia and transport tetany in mares (female horses). Lactation tetany of mares is caused by hypocalcemia and is characterized by abnormal behaviour progressing to in coordination and tetany. Etiology It occurs after prolonged exertion or transport and in lactating mares due to acute depletion

Milk Fever in Cows Milk fever in cows is also known as Parturient paresis or Hypocalcaemia. It is a metabolic disease of adult females that occurs most commonly around the time of parturition and is characterised by hypocalcaemia, severe muscle weakness, sternal recumbency, and lateral recumbency. Etiology The principle cause of milk fever is a

Metabolic Profile Tests (MPTs) for dairy animals are like health check-ups. They look at different things in the blood to see if the animals are healthy. These tests check how well the body is using energy, proteins, fats, and minerals. By doing these tests, we can find out early if animals have any health issues and take steps to keep them healthy and productive.

The transition period is the last three weeks of pregnancy (close-up dry period) and the first two weeks of lactation (early fresh period). It is the critical period in the cow’s preparation for lactation. Minimising the incidence of metabolic or health disorders at this time will help the cow achieve maximum milk production.