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    Signs Of Healthy Cows

    November 28, 2019

     With some practice, it is easy to identify a healthy dairy cow. Here are some signs to look for in a healthy cow:

     

    1) General appearance

    • The cow is alert and aware of its surroundings. 

    • It stands squarely on all four feet and holds its head high.

     

    2) Movement

    • The animal walks easily and steadily.

    • Steps are regular and she will be able to get up easily.

     

    3) Eyes & Ears

    • The eyes should be bright and alert.

    • Ears should be upright and move to pick up any sound.

     

    4) Breathing and pulse

    • The animal should have smooth and regular breathing at rest.

    • Activity or hot weather will increase the breathing rate.

    • The cow's pulse can be felt on the tail and short distance below the base.

    • Measure the pulse by holding the tail lightly with thumb and forefinger.

    • Normal rate of pulse should be 40 - 80 beats/min in adult animal and slightly higher in young animals.

     

    5) Dung/urine

    • The dung of an healthy animal is soft.

    • If the dung is watery, means the cow is experiencing diarrhoea.

    • If the cow is having difficulty defecating, means there are signs of illness.

    • Urine should be clear and the cow should be able to urine with no sign of pain.

     

    6) Appetite and rumination

    • Cow should be able to eat and drink normally.

    • If feed is available, it will have a full belly.

    • When healthy cows are at rest, they will be ruminating.

    • If the animal is showing signs of no appetite, it means that there could be signs of ill health.

     

    7) Milk

    • There should be no swelling of the udder and no pain when it is touched.

    • Sudden decrease in milk production is a sign of unwell cow.

    • Blood in milk signals udder infection.

     

    8) Body temperature

    • High temperature shows that there is sign of infection.

    • Consult your vet and treat the cow immediately.

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