Scientific studies show the influence of the health status of young animals on the animals’ life-time performance. In addition to correct management, the performance and productive life also very much depends on the right nutrition. CareFoss is a series of products, which support the calves in special circumstances and their development. ELECTROLYTE PRODUCTS Why is rehydration/diarrhoea a problem? • Diarrhoea and digestive problems are the cause of 56% mortality in calves • Diarrhoea is the main cause of calf death • 26% of calves have diarrhoea within the first 3 months Consequences of diarrhoea • Dehydration • Metabolic acidosis (low pH in body) - In pain – depression – weakening - Calves can be acidotic without dehydration - Correcting acidosis might be more important than rehydration - CNS depression - Decreased suckle response - Weakness in legs - D-lactate is very high in calves with diarrhoea – maybe the main cause? • Electrolytes imbalance • Negative energy balance WHAT´S THE USE OF ELECTROLYTES? Sodium, potassium and chlorine are some of the most important components for stabilising the osmotic pressure inside the cells and regulating the body- water balance. These minerals are also found in the acid-base balance of the animals.
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