Dairy Cattle

CattlActive®: Building a Strong Foundation for Dairy Success

Dairy cows face some of the greatest nutritional and physiological challenges in modern cattle production. From calving and transition through peak lactation, rumen health is directly tied to milk yield, milk quality, body condition, and reproductive success.

 

The foundation of dairy performance starts in the gut — and that begins with maintaining an optimally functioning rumen.
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Why Rumen Health Matters in Dairy Cattle

The first 21 days of lactation bring enormous changes to the cow’s metabolism — and enormous stress on the rumen.

 

Following calving, cows must not only recover from the physical stress of birth but also adjust to higher-energy rations designed to support peak milk production. Unfortunately, this transition can trigger drops in rumen pH, reduced feed intake, and digestive upset — leading to poor production, weakened immunity, and greater disease risk.

 

CattlActive® helps maintain rumen stability during these critical periods, supporting intake, nutrient absorption, and immune resilience — all essential for optimal dairy performance.
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Common Stress Points in Dairy Cattle

CattlActive® can help mitigate the impact of stress at these key stages:

  • Calving and early lactation
  • Ration transitions and dietary changes
  • Heat stress and weather extremes
  • Periods of reduced feed intake
  • Transportation or herd movement
  • Commingling or facility changes
  • High-production phases and metabolic stress
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Managing Heat Stress in Dairy Cattle

Heat stress remains one of the greatest challenges for modern dairy herds. As temperatures and humidity rise, cows reduce feed intake, experience rumen pH fluctuations, and show declines in both milk yield and fertility.

 

CattlActive® supports dairy cows during heat stress by helping maintain a stable rumen environment, supporting consistent feed and water intake and nutrient absorption. Paired with good cooling practices and proper ventilation, CattlActive® can help mitigate the production and health impacts of heat stress events.
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The Challenge of Sub-Acute Ruminal Acidosis (SARA)

High-concentrate dairy rations elevate the risk of sub-acute ruminal acidosis (SARA), a condition in which rumen pH periodically drops below optimal levels (<5.8).

 

SARA contributes to:

  • Reduced feed intake
  • Lower milk production and butterfat
  • Poor body condition
  • Increased risk of scours and digestive upset
  • Weakened immune response
  • Higher disease incidence and treatment costs

CattlActive® helps neutralize excess acid and support a healthy rumen microbiome — protecting performance and supporting overall cow health.
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Benefits of CattlActive® for Dairy Cattle

  • Supports stable rumen pH to reduce the risk of acidosis
  • Aids in maintaining feed intake and milk production during stress periods
  • Supports nutrient absorption for optimal milk yield and component quality
  • Helps strengthen immune resilience and vaccine response
  • Aids in reducing the incidence of digestive upset, including scours
  • Supports body condition maintenance through lactation cycles
  • Safe for use at all production stages — no withdrawal times
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How to Use CattlActive® in Your Dairy Program

Recommended Use

 

  • Pre-calving and transition cows: Support digestive and immune health prior to freshening
  • Post-calving and early lactation: Help cows maintain intake and support milk production
  • During ration transitions: Support rumen stability during diet changes
  • During heat stress: Support feed and water intake and reduce acidosis risk
  • At any sign of digestive upset or off-feed events

Application:

  • Use CattlActive® Drench for rapid support during calving, ration transitions, or off-feed events
  • Use CattlActive® RA as a convenient water or feed additive for ongoing rumen support

Consistent use helps dairy cows stay healthier, require less feed, and produce bigger yields of high-quality milk throughout the production cycle.
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Trusted by Dairy Producers Everywhere

 

Dairy producers nationwide rely on CattlActive® to help their herds maintain rumen balance, maximize production, and reduce costly health setbacks.

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