Farm Animals

Cattle Welfare: Improving Calf Respiratory Health

Calf respiratory health management reduces one of the most significant welfare and economic burdens in dairy and beef calf rearing.

Key Facts

Welfare Considerations

Respiratory disease in calves causes fever, painful breathing, and systemic illness. Prevention through colostrum management, appropriate housing, and targeted vaccination, combined with early identification and treatment, minimises welfare losses.

What You Can Do