The Herd Health Podcast

Supporting calf hydration and gut health with Diakur® Plus

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New oral electrolyte solution to support hydration and intestinal health in calves

**Episode Highlights:

  • What makes a great calf electrolyte:** Key components of an ideal oral electrolyte solution, including salts, buffers, and energy sources.
  • The importance of correct formulation: Why following the label and proper mixing instructions matters for calf outcomes.
  • Gut health support: How prebiotics such as mannanoligosaccharides (MOS) promote a healthy gut, and how lecithin-coated pectin fibres can bind and remove bacteria like E. coli and Salmonella spp. from the gut
  • The buffering system: Understanding the role of multiple buffers, including bicarbonate, and how Diakur® Plus is formulated for mixing with milk or water.
  • When to use electrolytes: Practical scenarios such as weather changes, weaning, dehorning, transportation, and other stress events where calves may benefit from electrolyte support.
  • Flexible feeding options: Guidance on when to mix electrolytes with warm water versus milk based on calf hydration needs.

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      The Herd Health PodcastBy Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Canada Inc.