In January the owner of a 4-year-old Jersey cow that calved…

In January the owner of a 4-year-old Jersey cow that calved yesterday calls because the cow is recumbent in the fresh cow pen and he cannot get her to rise for the morning milking. When you arrive on the farm you note that her head is turned into her flank. The cow’s temperature is 98.9oF, heart rate is 92 beats/minute, and respiratory rate is 32 breaths/minute. On physical examination, the muzzle is dry, and pupillary light reflexes are sluggish to absent. Heart sounds are difficult to hear, and no rumen contractions are auscultated. Which of the following would be the most appropriate treatment?

You are presented with a 6 month old Angus heifer that was r…

You are presented with a 6 month old Angus heifer that was recently weaned. The heifer has a temperature of 102 degrees Fahrenheit, heart rate of 120 bpm, and respiratory rate of 80 bpm. You also notice melena, pale mucous membranes, and absent rumen contrations. What condition is most likely afflicting this heifer?