What are the symptoms of salt deficiency in cattle?

When cattle are starved of salt, they may experience some of the following symptoms:

1. Halophilia: Cows will lick soil, walls, human skin and other substances containing salt.

2. Digestive system problems: Cattle may suffer from digestive system problems such as loss of appetite, constipation or diarrhea.

3. Abnormal behavior: Cattle may show abnormal behavior such as restlessness, agitation, anger, chewing or gnawing different objects.

4. Muscle stiffness: Cattle may suffer from muscle stiffness, joint inflexibility and other problems.

5. Reproductive system problems: Cattle may have reproductive system problems, such as cow cycle disorders, reduced reproductive capacity, etc.

6. Decreased movement coordination: Cattle may suffer from problems such as decreased movement coordination and gait variation.

If cattle are found to have some of the above symptoms, their salt intake should be checked promptly and corrected to avoid negative impacts on their health. At the same time, attention should also be paid to providing sufficient water and feed to cattle to maintain their nutritional balance.

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