Cow Questions

[Lenahorse]

I have been asked 2 questions to address tonight at our meeting and I want to be sure that I am correct .

1st-If you have a calf or cow die and after several days rigormortis has NOT set it whats the problem? I say anthrax, at least thats what I have read.

2nd-cow eats the heads of Dallas grass when it seeds and gets "DRUNK" I know that this is a type of temporary state caused by the lack of oxygen to the blood but I can't think of the name for it. Something like Encott Posining, I can' remember. Does this require treatment or just go away with time?

Thanks to all,
Larry

 

[paniolo]

Rigor mortis is frequently absent(or incomplete) with Anthrax but diagnosis on clinical signs can be difficult.

Toxicty with Dallis grass (paspalum diitatum) usually occurs form a fungi growing on the plant called Claviceps paspalli. This is an ergotism poison.http://www.omafra.gov.on.ca/english/livestock/dairy/facts/87-016.htm

 

[katrina]

I would ask the other forum........ I'm sure Azwowpuncher can tell ya.......

 

[skidboots]

I'll bet Panioli is going to that vet school in Hawaii. Sure knows some good info.

 

[papster]

Rigor sets in usally 4 hrs after death occors. some times sooner. except when water logged... then riger takes longer..