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broad spectrum of disease-fighting antibodies. In cases of emergencies cow or goat colostrum can be used. When the colostrum is needed, thaw it at room temperate or in slightly warm water. Never use a microwave or hot water to thaw colostrum because it will destroy the antibodies and the colostrum is then worthless.
Problems in early feeding:
Most likely your lambs will start to nurse by themselves. However, do not let more than half an hour to an hour pass without nursing, this is because the colostrum provides not only warmth and energy abut also antibodies against disease organisms in the sheep's environment.
Problems in early feeding:
Most likely your lambs will start to nurse by themselves. However, do not let more than half an hour to an hour pass without nursing, this is because the colostrum provides not only warmth and energy abut also antibodies against disease organisms in the sheep's environment.