Veterinary Neonatal Care for Calves

UW Veterinary Care patients have access to leading large animal veterinarians, specially trained to provide routine and advanced treatments to newborn calves. Our services, including 24/7 emergency care, are available on a referral and non-referral basis for the convenience of our patients.

Our board-certified veterinarians treat a variety of issues in newborn calves, including:

Failure of passive transfer
Infection
Prematurity
Maladjustment after dystocia
Navel problems
Swollen joints
Respiratory problems
Diarrhea
Ill thrift
Neurological problems
Heart murmurs
Ulcers
Bloat

Our leading experts are supported by state-of-the-art therapies, including:

Plasma transfusions
Fluid therapy
Nutritional support
Intranasal oxygen
Warming blankets and special beds
Postural support
On-site clinical laboratories for routine and specialized tests
Diagnostic imaging
Calf stalls equipped with fluid and oxygen therapy, as well as 24/7 monitoring by livestock neonatal specialists

Our team includes experienced board-certified large animal internists, residents, veterinary technicians, animal caretakers and veterinary students–all working together to deliver the best possible care to your calf.

Faculty

Residents

Sarah Jacob, DVM
Nikki McGreevey, DVM