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Last Updated: February 19, 2008
Possible reasons why baby calves bloat are listed below for your consideration:
• Excess milk intake (milk fermentation)
• Mastitis milk intake (milk fermentation)
• Lack of exercise (reduced stomach motility, constipation)
• G-I bacteria (milk fermentation)
• Genetic influence (reduced stomach nerve impulses, reduced stomach motility).
In order to determine what might be causing bloat in your calves, contact your local veterinarian.
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