Bulls, of course, are bulls, which means they can be aggressive. If you intend to show Corrientes or sell them into the rodeo market, you must leave the horns on, and any half-ton animal with horns can be dangerous. We had a secondary reason to leave the horns on our Corrientes: protection.

Registered. none of these cows have ever been roped and all of them where bottle fed, they are some of the gentlest cattle I’ve been around, quite frankly the owner has babied them so bad they almost run you over for affection. The owner is in financial problems and out of hay that’s why they are so cheap.

It’s a common misconception that meat can’t be tender in 3- and 4-year-old cows or steers. We’ve butchered at 17 years old, and the meat from these Corriente cattle is still tender, tasty meat.”

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Runny, snotty nose (sinusitis) nasal drainage in calves may be normal discharging of secretions of mucus from the sinuses of the head. Excess quantities of drainage from inflamed sinuses are evident during days of extreme hot or cold temperatures, or windy conditions, even in the absence of infections.

The blood can also warm up cold air that the animals breathe in. When the tiny scent particles in the air are dissolved in water, they are more likely to set off the “smell detectors” in the animal’s nose. Humans are mammals too, but we belong to the primate group that doesn’t have wet noses.

A runny or dry nose along with coughing is generally a sign of advanced sickness, often a respiratory infection (lungs, throat, nose). If you see these signs in calves, it is a good idea to take their temperature.

Many mammals—including cows, deer and dogs, but not humans—have rhinaria, which, unlike human noses, are wet and hairless. The interiors of rhinaria also probably differ from human noses in their nerve connections, Kröger says.

Some signs to watch for include:

• Decrease in or loss of appetite.
• Decrease in energy or activity level.
• Hiding.
• Vomiting or diarrhea.
• Blood in the urine or stool.
• Bloating of the abdomen.
• Straining or inability to urinate or defecate.
• Increased shedding or bald patches.

Cattle that have not been eating and drinking properly appear gaunt, and their abdomens often bounce when they walk. Rapid weight or body condition loss also indicates illness. Other later occurring signs of illness include labored breathing, deep coughing, eye and nasal discharge, bloody diarrhea, or depression.

It basically breaks down as thin (1-3) OK (4-6) and fat (7-9). You can tell where your cow is on the scale by looking at her brisket, ribs, tail head, and the top of her back. As you do this, don’t forget to factor in things like how full the cow might be, or how thick her coat is during certain parts of the season.

Unexplained weight loss may be due to a heavy parasite load or dietary deficiencies. A good livestock owner gets to know their cattle and can immediately spot changes in behavior or appearance.

So what’s Reba look like on an every day basis? Our dairy cows are thinner because their job is to make milk, not meat. Due to specified ration, milk production and genetics they appear more thin than your average beef cow. This doesn’t mean they are not healthy.

You need a feed, though, that is much higher in energy than protein. Energy (in the form of TDN or Total Digestible Nutrients) is what will get her to gain weight; protein only puts on muscle, not fat. I suggest feeds like rolled oats, rolled barley, or wheat germ, beets, etc.

Feeding Roughage: Feed at least 4-5 pounds of hay daily. Feeding high quality alfalfa may promote diarrhea. Good quality grass hay will be a better choice or blend 2 pounds of alfalfa with 2 to 3 pounds of grass hay. Wheat bran or dried beet pulp are good feeds for adding bulk to a diet.

Silage is a crop that has been preserved in a moist, succulent condition by partial fermentation in a tight container (silo) above or below ground. The majority of the food cattle eat comes from this type of feedstuffs. Roughages are mainly filler in the cattle’s diet.

“Corn residue is one of the lowest cost forages on a cost per pound of energy. That’s why mixing a high energy and protein feed like distillers’ grains with a low quality forage like corn stalks is so cost effective. Distillers’ is often a low-cost source of both energy and protein.

It will take over a year (367 days) to grow a 500-pound calf to 1,000 pounds if its average daily weight gain is 1.5 pounds per day. Some exten sive forage-finishing systems may require a longer duration for calves to reach slaughter weight if forage quality and quantity restrict growth to no more than 1 pound per day.

Barley

Cattle weighing 700 pounds or more should be fed a ration containing 11 percent crude protein in a ration composed of grain (usually corn, but barley and wheat are often also used), protein sources, and roughage.

For heifers, a grower ration is good to get growth, but if you really need more fat, use a Finisher. Every brand of feed should have both. Feed 2 or 3 times a day, at the same time every day.

Corn can spike your blood sugar and may contribute to weight gain when consumed in excess. Individuals who have diabetes or are trying to lose weight may want to limit their intake.

It’s important to eat corn with moderation and as part of a balanced diet. Based on a 2,000-calorie diet, the average daily recommendation suggests eating about 2 ½ cups of vegetables, and corn certainly counts.

Why does sweetcorn show up in your poo? The hull (or outerlayer) of a corn kernel is made up mostly of cellulose. Cellulose is sort of a rubbery substance and it does not break apart easily when chewed.

High intake can cause digestive upset, such as bloating, gas, and diarrhea, in some people. Corn contains phytic acid, which may reduce mineral absorption. Mycotoxin contamination may also be a concern in developing countries. Finally, corn’s soluble fiber (FODMAPs) may cause symptoms for some people.

Bhutta (corn) has starch and complex carbs and drinking water over it can lead to the production of gas in the stomach. This may cause acid reflux, acidity, flatulence and severe stomach pain. A gap of 30-45 minutes should be maintained between eating a bhutta and having water.

Corn silk seems to be safe for most people. Corn silk can decrease potassium levels in the blood and can cause skin rashes, itching, and allergies.

Too much of anything is bad for digestion, but corn in large amounts, because of its high cellulose content, can lead to significant gastrointestinal symptoms. Cellulose cannot be broken down by the human digestive tract.