Ten Tips to Help Dairy Cows Beat the Heat

It can be downright hazardous when dairy cows face high temperatures and humidity. Dr. Meggan Hain, the veterinarian at Penn Vet’s Marshak Dairy at New Bolton Center, warns of the threats such conditions pose to these animals. Not only does heat stress decrease their appetite, but it can slash their milk production by as much […]

Calf Management: A Lesson in Stress Reduction

Raising healthy calves hinges on meeting their basic needs. These essentials range from providing adequate food and water to ensuring comfort, shelter, proper health care and consistent routines. Bethany Fisher, a calf and heifer expert at Purina Animal Nutrition in Texas, emphasized that even minor alterations in these areas can significantly impact the calves’ health […]