Keep a watchful eye out for anaplasmosis

The occurrence of anaplasmosis has been shown to be more widespread in the United States than once thought, underscoring the need for cattle producers to be aware of causes for and clinical signs of the disease. Spread by biting insects through contaminated blood transfer, anaplasmosis is a disease in cattle that causes destruction of red blood cells by bacteria. Clinical signs of the disease may include weakness, loss of appetite and pale skin around the eyes, muzzle, lips and teats. Later, the animal may exhibit excitement, rapid weight loss and yellow tinged skin. Cattle of all ages can be infected with anaplasmosis. Read more at Drovers CattleNetwork…