In fact, it is possible that copper deficiency may be a predisposing factor in parasite infestation as well as early calf death loss and increased susceptibility to respiratory disease in weaned calves. Deficient levels of copper also have a detrimental effect on the immune system. Besides depigmentation and impaired keratinization of hair (rough hair coats), signs of copper deficiency are poor growth, low reproduction, and anemia. The tall fescue fungus mentioned above is a factor in making copper less available to cattle. It is likely that copper deficiency is an important factor leading to poor hair coats in Tennessee cattle. Recent forage surveys have shown than copper levels are low, and other minerals (especially sulfur), which decrease copper availability, are high. Another factor that causes rough hair coats and decreased performance in cattle on tall fescue is copper deficiency. This fungus produces toxins that decrease production and make rough hair coats in cattle that consume infected fescue, especially in the summer. Tall fescue is the nutrition base for beef cattle production in Tennessee, and approximately 90% is infected with an endophytic fungus. Rough hair has long been associated with tall fescue toxicosis, a condition in cattle that consume endophyte-infected tall fescue. Heavily parasitized animals will have an unthrifty appearance, including discolored, lifeless hair and will exhibit decreased performance. Parasites, both internal and external, rob the body of the nutrients needed to make healthy hair coats. Several specific conditions cause rough hair coats. Hair is an indicator of general health and a predictor of performance. The same nutritional ingredients that make healthy hair are also responsible for efficient reproduction, immune function, and growth. Healthy hair in cattle is not a fashion statement. Unhealthy hair coats are sometimes described as rough and are likely not to shed in a timely manner in the spring. If any of these ingredients for building healthy hair are limited, the hair coat may become dull, off-colored, and brittle. Healthy hair is produced by hair follicles that are supplied with adequate protein, vitamins, and minerals. ![]() The spring may be the best time to evaluate the hair coat of cattle. One not to be overlooked is the hair coat. Vanilla Welsh Mountain Pony – Blank C6 Card- P012 £2.Good cattle management requires careful observation, and there are many important things to watch for.Watervole – Blank C6 Card – P007 £2.00 Sold By: Clares Creations Add to basket.Summer Haze – Blank Card- S009 £2.00 Sold By: Clares Creations Add to basket.Rudbeckia – Blank Card – S006 £2.00 Sold By: Clares Creations Add to basket.She is also an active member of Walton Group of Artists and occasionally holds workshops and demonstrations. With the help of her husband she sells most of her original work framed. She was commissioned to produce 3 pieces of original work for a local restaurant in Wetherby several years ago and has since done several commissions. Ĭlare was successful in agreeing a licensing agreement for eight Christmas cards with a publisher in 2006. Local artists in a 6 mile radius of Wetherby open their homes/studios. ![]() ![]() She is Secretary for Artists Around Wetherby – Open Studios which runs annually over two weekends. Some originals may be available and larger prints at 60 x 60 cm can be ordered £60 Some of the originals are still available, if you are interested please contact or visit her website.Ĭlare is based in Wetherby, West Yorkshire, working from home with her husband and is able to provide a framing service to customers. A matching card is available priced at £2.00 Blank Animal and Bird Cards The print is wrapped in celophane, 10 x 12″ with a single ivory mount. This print is in a range of animal/bird cards and prints. Highland Cow Calf is a giclee print from a pastel painting by Clare Dean.
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