Please note that we have had an incidence of acorn poisoning of cattle at Caesars Camp.
There is a very high abundance of acorns this year, which cattle can sometimes get a taste for and start to consume in high quantities.
The acorns contain a chemical which can cause the poisoning, with symptoms including:
- Constipation initially, followed by black watery diarrhoea
- Depression and loss of appetite
- They may be lethargic and slow to react with droopy ears and sunken eyes, and may be separated from the rest of the herd
- Straining to pass faeces or to urinate - this is a very common symptom
- Weakening, collapse and death, usually within seven days of the onset of symptoms
Animals can survive this condition as long as symptoms are picked up early. Please be extra observant and let us know as soon as possible by contacting the staff member on call if you notice any unusual symptoms or behaviour.
Thanks
Susanne, HIWWT
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