Retention of Placenta in Mithun (Bos Frontalis) Cow

Abstract

Aim of the study was to treat and study the effect of heamatological and biochemical profiles on retention of placenta (ROP) in mithun. A Nagaland strain of mithun cow delivered a healthy live male calf normally, however the case was diagnosed as ROP when it failed to expel after 24 hours of parturition. The ROP was removed manually as per standard procedure with aseptic measures. The mithun cow was treated successfully and allowed to nurse the calf. Blood was collected analysed biochemical and heamatological profiles. The mithun cow was suffered severe anaemia and fatty liver disorders. Control measures are to maintain a healthy, contented and active cow prior to, during and after parturition. A balanced, limited ration during the 6-8 week dry period; sufficient daily exercise; sufficiently large, clean and comfortable calving areas (preferably on pasture); and proper sanitary procedures during the calving period minimize the chances of retention and infections of the reproductive tract.