7- Joint sepsis workshops

Question 1

List 4 ways to reduce incidence of joint ill in calves

Answer 1

Improve new born calf protocol- dip navel with iodine sooner
clean out calf pens more frequently
improve colostrum management
remove calf from cow earlier
good hygiene of feeding equipment

Question 2

What is joint ill in calves most frequently caused by

Answer 2

Staphylococcus aureus