RELATORIO DE ESTAGIO CURRICULAR SUPERVISIONADO/IMPACTO DO MANEJO PERINATAL NA SOBREVIVENCIA DE BEZERRAS LEITEIRAS

Abstract

Proper neonatal management is crucial for the health and performance of dairy calves, especially in systems with concentrated births through embryo transfer. The aim of this study is to report the experience of the outcomes from restructuring facilities, standardizing colostrum feeding, and implementing sanitary protocols to reduce neonatal diseases. Early colostrum feeding ensured passive immunity transfer, in addition, environmental improvements and cleaning of the pens reduced exposure to pathogenic microorganisms. As a result, there was a significant decrease in cases of diarrhea, absence of omphalitis, and better overall herd health stability. The combination of these interventions demonstrates that practices based on scientific studies, along with technical monitoring, are important for successful calf rearing. Keywords: calf rearing; omphalitis; colostrum feeding; cattle.