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Hypocalcaemia in sheep

Hypocalcaemia in sheep Following the long dry summer and extensive grain feeding of sheep, we are seeing numerous cases of hypocalcaemia (milk fever) in Autumn lambing ewes.  Hypocalcaemia (a metabolic disorder) in sheep occurs when there is insufficient intake and absorption of calcium and insufficient resorption from skeletal reserves to meet foetal demands.  The condition develops [...]

Hypocalcaemia in sheep2017-03-30T19:42:01+10:00
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