What are the symptoms of heatstroke in cattle?

Heatstroke in cattle is a heat stress reaction caused by hot environments such as high temperature or high humidity, which manifests as symptoms such as high body temperature, shortness of breath, and rapid heartbeat. Here are some common symptoms of heatstroke in cattle:

1. Shortness of breath: Cows will feel difficulty breathing after heat stroke, their breathing rate will increase, and they may even wheeze.

2. Loss of appetite: Affected by high temperature, the appetite of cattle will significantly decrease and even stop eating.

3. Heavy lips and wheezing: When a cow suffers from heat stroke, the lips and tongue will become abnormally heavy and swollen, and symptoms such as shortness of breath and wheezing may even occur.

4. Abnormal sweating: When a cow suffers from heat stroke, its body temperature rises, which will cause the cow to sweat a lot, especially in the head and neck area.

5. Eye abnormalities: When cattle suffer from heatstroke, their eyes will appear dull and dull, and some may even shed tears.

6. Increased body temperature: When cattle suffer from heat stroke, their body temperature will exceed the normal range and reach above 40°C.

It should be noted that once symptoms of heatstroke in cattle are discovered, cooling measures should be taken as soon as possible, such as soaking the cattle in cold water, providing sufficient cool drinking water and a cool environment. At the same time, a veterinarian should be consulted for diagnosis and treatment in a timely manner.

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