Score number

Score Description

Interpreting score

Veterinary interference

Score 1:

Normal Consistency: Firm and well-formed, original form is distorted slightly after dropping to floor and settling similar to a cow patty.

Color: Dark brown to greenish.

Odor: Normal, not particularly foul.

The calf is healthy with no signs of digestive troubles

Continue regular feeding and care

Score 2:

Soft Consistency: Softer than normal, may lose shape slightly but still has some form.

Color: Light brown to yellowish.

Odor: Mildly stronger than normal.

There might be mild stress or a slight change in diet, but it's generally not a concern

Monitor closely, ensure clean water and proper nutrition

Score 3:

Runny or Loose

Consistency: Loose and unformed, spreads out on the ground.

Color: Light brown to yellow.

Odor: Stronger than normal, somewhat unpleasant.

This indicates a problem, possibly due to diet, stress, or the beginning of an illness. Monitoring and possibly treatment are recommended.

Consider adjusting diet, and hydration, and if persist, medical intervention may be required.

Score 4:

Watery

Consistency: Watery, no form at all, resembles liquid.

Color: Yellow to greenish, possibly with mucus or blood.

Odor: Very strong, foul odor, indicating possible infection or disease.

This indicates severe gastrointestinal problem that may caused by viral, bacterial or other etiological factors.

Immediate veterinary intervention is necessary; rehydrate the calf and administer medications is necessary