ABOMASAL DISORDERS IN CALVES

Abstract

This thesis is based on the results of a survey carried out in 2021 to 2022 on the prevalence of abomasal disorders on 13 Irish farms. Questions were compiled based on the feeding, stocking and cleaning practices on farms. Abomasal bloat was the main nutritional disorder with abomasal torsions and ulcers also occurring. Farm management practises and facilities were taken into consideration when compiling results and recommendations for farmers. The four main abomasal disorders that affect calves are discussed in detail (bloat, torsion, twists and ulcers).