Proplyene glycol

[tcfrancis04@hotmail.com]

why do ppl give show cattle this? and what does it do exactly, also how much are they all using andhow often

 

[Dozer45]

You can treat Ketosis with it

 

[merrittj]

It will sometimes stimulate appetite in livestock off of feed.

 

[Eberth]

It also helps them retain water in their system, thus having a fuller appearance.

 

[tcfrancis04@hotmail.com]

so how much do u give em after they drink to hold that full look?

 

[Shady Lane]

Isn't Propylene Glycol (A.K.A Antifreeze) extremely toxic?

 

[okshowmom]

We give to show lambs during shows to help with stress. About 10cc mixed with 50cc gatorade

 

[Dozer45]

Isn't Propylene Glycol (A.K.A Antifreeze) extremely toxic?

they use it to make non-toxic antifreeze ( the kind you use to winterize the water tank in a camper), I looked it up when I saw this post because I thought the same thing

 

[chambero]

Ethylene glycol is what is commonly used in antifreeze and is the chemical that is so toxic to dogs/cats and other animals.

Propylene glycol is sold specifically for animals, but in the category of I ought to know but I don't - I never really knew what it was for either.  We've never used and never bothered to ask those that did.