Risk factors for emergence of antibiotic resistant bacteria in dairy calves

The occurrence of resistant bacteria in dairy calves is highly influenced by multiple factors, including both animal age and consumption of feed containing antibiotics.

  • Author
    • Georgina Maynou
  • Topic
    • Clinics & herd health
    • Management
    • Replacement
  • Year of publication
    • 2018

The occurrence of resistant bacteria in dairy calves is highly influenced by multiple factors, including both animal age and consumption of feed containing antibiotics. Better knowledge about the prevalence and factors influencing the selection of resistant bacteria in calves may be necessary to reduce its incidence and potential risks associated with public and animal health.

Authors: Georgina Maynou and Javier Heras

Journal: Producción Animal. Num. 307, p. 23-26

Link: http://www.produccionanimal.com/online/307/html5/