Sav-A-Caf® Scours Control 2™
Medicated Calf Milk Replacer and Scours Treatment

Scours Control 2™ is a complete medicated calf milk replacer to aid in the treatment of bacterial scours. This product is most effective if you are not currently feeding a calf milk replacer medicated with neomycin and oxytetracycline.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Complete formula with milk replacer and antibiotics.
• Highest approved treatment levels of neomycin and oxytetracycline to help treat bacterial scours.
• All-milk proteins for superior digestibility.
• Dextrose and highly digestible fats provide readily available energy to the sick calf.
• Elevated levels of vitamins and chelated minerals support the calf’s immune system.
• Exclusive “Magic Crystal” technology produces milk replacer that mixes easily and stays in suspension.
  

Warning: Withdraw from feed 30 days prior to slaughter. A withdrawal period has not been established for this product in pre-ruminating calves. Do not use in calves to be processed for veal.

INGREDIENTS
Dried whey protein concentrate, animal fat (preserved with BHA, BHT, citric acid, and ethoxyquin), dextrose, dried whey product, coconut oil, dried skimmed milk, dried whey, dried milk protein, lecithin, calcium carbonate, citric acid (preservative), dicalcium phosphate, L-lysine, sodium silico aluminate, DL-methionine, ethoxylated mono-diglycerides, propylene glycol, choline chloride, ferrous sulfate, magnesium sulfate, zinc sulfate, manganese sulfate, copper sulfate, cobalt sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite, cobalt proteinate, copper proteinate, iron proteinate, manganese proteinate, zinc proteinate, folic acid, ascorbic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, calcium pantothenate, niacin supplement, pyroxidine hydrochloride, riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate, vitamin A supplement, vitamin D3 supplement, vitamin E supplement, artificial flavors.

GUARANTEED ANALYSIS

ACTIVE DRUG INGREDIENT

MIXING DIRECTIONS
Using the plastic measuring cup enclosed in the bag, add 1 level cup of Scours Control powder to 2 quarts of warm (115-120° F) water and mix thoroughly with a wire whisk. The enclosed cup holds approximately 4 ounces (113 grams) of dry powder, equal in volume to a standard dry kitchen cup.

FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS
Allow the mixed milk replacer solution to cool to 100-110° F before feeding. Feed 2 quarts of mixed Scours Control solution to the calf twice daily in place of normal milk replacer feedings for 2 to 3 days to aid in the treatment of bacterial scours. When mixed and fed as directed, Scours Control will provide 400 milligrams of neomycin base and 200 milligrams of oxytetracycline HCl per gallon of reconstituted milk replacer.

CALF MANAGEMENT TIPS

AT CALVING
Remove dairy calves immediately after birth to a clean, well-bedded area away from the mother. Dry the calf, then saturate the umbilical cord in a 7% iodine solution. Feed colostrum as soon as possible after the calf is born. 

COLOSTRUM HANDLING AND FEEDING
Always wash the udder thoroughly before milking and collect colostrum into a clean container. Feed the calf only clean, fresh colostrum that is free from blood, manure, or chunky material. Measure the quality of the colostrum with a colostrometer whenever possible and set aside lower quality colostrum for feeding on days 2 and 3. Stored colostrum must be chilled immediately after collection to prevent bacterial growth. Discard any unused refrigerated colostrum after 1 week, and any unused frozen colostrum after 6 months. Warm cold or frozen colostrum gently in a warm water bath (excessive heat can damage the proteins). Feed colostrum to the calf in a nipple bottle, or use an esophageal tube feeder if the calf refuses to drink.

CALF STARTER AND WATER
Fresh, clean water and high-quality calf starter should be available to the calf free choice at all times beginning on day 2 or 3. Offer small amounts of fresh calf starter daily. Consider top-dressing starter with dry milk replacer powder to encourage consumption (4 ounces or 1 enclosed scoop per pound of dry feed). Feed and water pails should be dumped and scrubbed regularly to prevent bacterial growth - at least 2 to 3 times per week or more often if they become contaminated with urine or manure.

FEEDING THE SCOURING CALF
For scouring calves, continue to feed milk replacer twice daily. Add 1 to 2 feedings of Sav-A-Caf® Electrolytes PlusTM in between normal milk replacer feedings to help maintain hydration. Dehydration can be very serious. Contact your veterinarian if scours worsen or do not improve within a few days, or if the calf becomes visibly dehydrated. 

WEANING
Most healthy calves can be weaned from milk replacer at 6 to 8 weeks provided they are in good physical condition and are consuming at least 2 pounds of a good quality calf starter each day. Remember that individual animals vary in requirements. Adjust amounts according to your own good judgment, and consult with a veterinarian of you have questions regarding nutritional requirements.

The suggestions listed above are only suggestions and are not to be interpreted as a substitute for having a veterinarian or qualified animal nutritionist provide recommendations. The reader’s implementation of the above suggestions are exclusively the reader’s decision. Milk Products Inc. makes no warranties, express or implied, regarding these suggestions. The reader agrees that Milk Products Inc. shall have no liability in connection therewith.