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The Beef Cattle Health and Nutrition Podcast
Coccidiosis in Calves with Dr. Andy Acton
Nov 3, 2023
Dr. Andy Acton, a veterinarian with experience in cow-calf herds, joins the podcast to discuss coccidiosis impacts and prevention. Topics covered include a recent nervous coccidiosis case, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention strategies for calf coccidiosis. The effectiveness and concerns of using Tall Trazrel for prevention are also addressed. Additionally, the podcast explores the poorly understood condition of nervous coccidiosis in calves and the need for further research.
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- Nervous coccidiosis, a rare and potentially fatal condition, can occur in calves, causing seizures, neurological issues, and bloody diarrhea.
- Coccidiosis is a common disease in cow-calf herds, characterized by bloody diarrhea, dehydration, anemia, and weight loss, and it can be diagnosed through fecal analysis.
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Dr. Andy Acton is a veterinarian with extensive experience in cow-calf practice, and he owns a mixed practice in Ogamma, Saskatchewan. He specializes in cow-calf work and has board certification from the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. Dr. Acton has a deep understanding of cattle diseases and practical experience in diagnosing and treating them.
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