: Calves often seek oral stimulation if they are hungry or if they have not had enough time to satisfy their urge to suck during milk feeding. Exploring their Environment
Calves are born without an active immune system. They rely entirely on passive immunity transferred through the antibodies in colostrum. The calf's gut can only absorb these large antibody molecules efficiently during the first 12 to 24 hours of life.
: Calves often seek oral stimulation if they are hungry or if they have not had enough time to satisfy their urge to suck during milk feeding. Exploring their Environment
Calves are born without an active immune system. They rely entirely on passive immunity transferred through the antibodies in colostrum. The calf's gut can only absorb these large antibody molecules efficiently during the first 12 to 24 hours of life.
