Early Life Fecal Microbiota Transplantation in Neonatal Dairy Calves Promotes Growth Performance and Alleviates Inflammation and Oxidative Stress during Weaning

This study aimed to evaluate the effects of early life fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) on the health and performance of neonatal dairy calves. The donor was selected based on health and production records and fecal material testing negative for infectious pathogens. Sixteen healthy newborn Ho...

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Main Authors: Fernanda Rosa, Tainara Cristina Michelotti, Benoit St-Pierre, Erminio Trevisi, Johan S. Osorio
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-09-01
Series:Animals
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/11/9/2704