10/02/2026
The magic of fluids ✨ , a before and after story.
Experienced farm vet Vicky recently attended this collapsed calf. She was unable to stand due to severe dehydration from scour. These calves become extremely sick very quickly, the most common causes being Rotavirus, Coronavirus, Cryptosporidium and E.Coli.
Vicky’s prompt treatment of 5 litres of intravenous fluid therapy (IVFT) lead to a rapid recovery, to standing and drinking milk within a few hours and undoubtedly saved the calf’s life.
Keep an eye on our page for tips on reducing scour incidence as we head into spring calving.