Feeding
Slowing Rate of Gain: If calves are gaining too rapidly, it may be necessary to use one of the following options:
- Decrease the daily allotment of Sunglo Show Calf Feed by 2-4 lbs., OR
- Add Sunglo Full Tank™ and feed at a rate of 1-5 lbs. per head per day to meet desired weight gain.
Difficult Finishing: Some large-frame calves may require longer finishing periods or increased energy density in the finishing ration to achieve the desired finish.
- To increase energy, feed half Sunglo Show Calf Developer and half Sunglo Show Calf Finisher.
- Add 1-3 lbs. of Sunglo LiquaFAT™ to reach desired finish.
Going Off Feed (Burnout): This feed has been carefully formulated to promote consumption. However, should your calf experience a drop in feed consumption of more than 10% of targeted daily feed intake for more than two days, blend in Sunglo 2 the Fullest with Cob™ at a rate up to 1/2 of daily intake to enhance appetite. A more dramatic drop in feed consumption may require going back to the beginning and re-initiating your calf to feed. In either case, return to Sunglo Show Calf Grower ration should be done gradually. Should your calf go completely off feed, consult your veterinarian.