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What are some common symptoms of calf scours?

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Some common symptoms might include profuse, watery diarrhea, sometimes bloody in calves from 1 day to 3 weeks of age. Some calves might also experience dehydration, which leads to depression, retraction of the eyes, loss of skin elasticity, loss of suckle reflex and finally, recumbency. If you suspect calf scours, immediately contact your local veterinarian to help make an accurate diagnosis.

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