Diarrhea is a common problem in cattle farming. By observing the color of the calf's feces, one can generally determine the progression of the illness and thus provide targeted treatment. So, what medication should be used for calves with green, watery stools? Let's find out below.
What medicine should be used for a calf with green, loose stools?
For calves with green, watery stools, you can generally use Liketaibao to stop the diarrhea. Administer 100-150ml orally as a single dose, 2-3 times a day. In severe cases, Liketaibao injection can also be used.
What causes a calf to have green, loose stools?
1. Indigestion
Calves that eat too much tender grass suffer from indigestion. In this case, their droppings will be green.
2. Fungal infection
Feeding moldy feed can cause fungal gastroenteritis, resulting in calves having green, watery stools.
3. Poisoning infection
When cattle consume too much acidic silage or distiller's grains , rumen acidosis can easily occur. In this case, sick cattle often exhibit symptoms such as decreased or complete loss of appetite, dull eyes, unsteady gait, and their feces will change from gray and watery to green and foamy.
4. Bacterial infection
Certain bacteria, such as Escherichia coli and Salmonella, can cause intestinal infections in calves, leading to green, watery stools. These bacteria are usually found in unclean water sources or contaminated feed.
5. Parasite damage
Calf infections can occur from ingesting feed or water containing parasite eggs, such as nematodes or tapeworms. These parasites live in the calf's intestines, damaging the intestinal wall and causing green, watery stools.
6. Outbreak of infection
An outbreak of green droppings in calves is likely caused by diarrhea due to Cryptosporidium, which is more prevalent in winter.
