Body conformation traits in early-lactation associated with clinical mastitis and lameness in lactating Chinese holstein cows

Abstract Background Comprehending the correlation between body conformation traits of cows at the early stages of lactation and prevalent lactation diseases might facilitate the execution of selection and feeding strategies that prioritize cow health. This study aimed to evaluate the impact of body...

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Main Authors: Zhipeng Zhang, Jiayu Yang, Yiyang Yao, Dasheng Wang, Xubin Lu, Zhangping Yang
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2024-03-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-024-03931-1