The progression from gestation into lactation represents the transition period, and it is
accompanied by marked physiological, metabolic, and inflammatory adjustments. The entire …

The biological cycles of milk production and reproduction determine dairying profitability
thus making management decisions dynamic and time-dependent. Diseases also negatively …

In this prospective cohort study, Holstein cows considered to be at high risk of developing
metritis (dystocia, twins, stillbirth, retained placenta, or their combination) were matched with …

Subclinical ketosis (SCK) is defined as concentrations of β-hydroxybutyrate (BHBA)≥ 1.2 to
1.4 mmol/L and it is considered a gateway condition for other metabolic and infectious …

Smooth transition from pregnancy to lactation is important for high productive and
reproductive performance during later postpartum period in dairy animals. On the other …

This paper reviews the importance of energy metabolism in transition dairy cows, its
associations with disease and reproduction, and strategies for monitoring cows under field …

The objectives of this study were to 1) establish cow-level critical thresholds for serum
concentrations of nonesterified fatty acids (NEFA) and β-hydroxybutyrate (BHBA) to predict …

The large increase in milk yield and the structural changes in the dairy industry have caused
major changes in the housing, feeding and management of the dairy cow. However, while …

The transition period of dairy cattle is characterized by a number of metabolic, endocrine,
physiologic, and immune adaptations, including the occurrence of negative energy balance …

The transition period of dairy cattle is characterized by dramatic changes in metabolism and
host defense mechanisms that are associated with increased disease. Intense lipid …