Punjab: Animal Husbandry Department issues advisory to protect animals from cold wave
Punjab: On the instructions of Animal Husbandry, Dairy Development and Fisheries Minister S. Gurmeet Singh Khudian, the Animal Husbandry Department has issued an advisory to protect the animals from the biting cold and strong winds, which can prove dangerous for the animals. Is. significant problems for their owners.
The advisory suggested that in the event of extreme winter storms, simple shelters alone may not be effective in protecting livestock, so livestock farmers have been advised to use ‘palli’ made of sacks in animal sheds.
Blankets can be used on individual animals if necessary because hypothermia occurs when the body temperature drops significantly below normal. In general terms, cattle body temperature is mild hypothermia at 30°C-32°C (86°F-89°F), moderate hypothermia is at 22°F-29°C (71°F-85°F). . Severe hypothermia below 20°C (68°F). Cows are not able to return to normal temperature without the aid of warming and hot fluids.
The advisory also recommends not grazing cattle during extreme cold weather and maintaining large fodder storage. Very young, very old or sick animals will usually have additional nutritional requirements during the winter compared to healthy, middle-aged animals.
Furthermore, adequate water intake is important for the health and welfare of animals during the winter season. Livestock will not consume adequate amounts of water when it is too cold. Therefore, livestock owners have been advised to ensure access to fresh water for the animals.
It is recommended to seek veterinary treatment immediately to address any concerns, especially for pregnant and very young or very old animals that require special attention.
