Warming a Calf

Authors

Cheyenne Reid, Utah State UniversityFollow
Reganne K. Briggs, Utah State UniversityFollow
Melanie Heaton, Utah State UniversityFollow
Rebekah Esplin, Utah State University
David Secrist, Utah State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

5-29-2025

First Page

1

Last Page

3

Abstract

Calves born in the winter or spring are often exposed to harsh weather and environmental conditions. After birth, calves may become chilled due to cold temperatures or not being dried off promptly. A chilled calf may be experiencing hypothermia. This fact sheet explains the different types of hypothermia and methods for warming a calf until it can be safely returned outside.

Recommended Citation

Reid, C., Briggs, R., Heaton, M., Esplin, R., & Secrist, D. (2025). Warming a calf [Fact sheet]. Utah State University Extension.