Colostrum is defined as the first lacteal secretions produced by a mammal prior to and just after parturition (giving birth). Colostrum gives mammalian infants the needed nutrients and immune factors to get off to a healthy start in life.
2. Do the newborn calves receive all the colostrum they need?
Yes. Dairy cows produce abundantly more colostrum than a newborn calf can ingest. Dairy farmers know that the key to a healthy dairy herd begins with the calf consuming the right amount of colostrum. La Belle collects only the excess colostrum.
3. When should newborns be fed colostrum?
It's critical to feed newborns colostrum within a certain time frame. This is because the efficiency of absorption of immunoglobulins derived from colostrum declines after birth.
"Intestinal closure" will happen when macromolecules are no longer released into the circulation. For example, in calves and lambs, closure takes place approximately when the animal is 24 hours old. Efficiency of absorption will decline from birth, especially after 12 hours.
4. Can my pets take colostrum as a supplement?
YES! Bovine colostrum is not species specific and is great for cats, dogs and other mammals. All you have to do is sprinkle the colostrum over your pet's food and include a bowl of water along with it. Dosage recommendations are based on weight and nutritional need. La Belle has already formulated many products to meet the needs of your animals.
5. What's the difference between blood serum or colostrum for my animals?
See the chart below comparing our colostrum to a blood serum product. (Note that the USDA will not register Lifeline Blood Plasma):
