Based on my own personal experience I would tube feed the calf electrolytes if it has stopping eating. Instructions of how much should be on the package. I would also add a couple blurps of pepto bismol to it. Not a good way to measure but it works. I would also withhold giving it any milk for...
There isn't any particular brand that I recommend. Most of them are almost if not exactly the same. That's good that he's not showing signs of dehydration. It's best to give him the electrolytes as a preventative.
I have have not heard of goat milk causing scouts usualy it helps.
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Scours is a horrible thing in calves. Even the most experienced person can loose a calf within days or hours. Most electrolytes should be given at a separate feeding than milk, it depends on which kind you are using. Best thing is to follow the directions on the electrolytes. Not knowing what is...
Your on the right path. Like others said take away the eggs they aren't needed. When I raise drop calls I always do a 50/50 mix of fresh goat milk and powdered calf milk. I feed what is recommended on the bag 2 quarts twice a day) but will split the amount up to 3 or 4 times a day for small...