• The Colicky Calf with Dr. Blake Balog

  • Mar 8 2024
  • Length: 36 mins
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The Colicky Calf with Dr. Blake Balog

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  • The calf that presents with acute abdominal issues or colicky symptoms is not uncommon on cow-calf herds around calving time. In this episode, Dr. Blake Balog from Cattle Health Management in Brooks, Alberta joins the podcast to discuss the causes of colic in young calves and how the producer should approach these cases when faced with them.

    00:00 –Welcome and introductions

    04:08 – How do calves present with colic or acute abdominal problems?

    05:06- What should you do if you identify a calf with colic?

    08:11– Atresia coli and atresia ani

    13:16 – Intestinal accidents

    18:46 – Abomasal ulcers and other abomasal issues

    26:25 – Navel problems that may cause colic

    33:36 – Final advice for dealing with calves with colic

    34:39 – Wrap up
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