Good animal husbandry is a crucial component of cold stress management, says Nathan Meyer, DVM, PhD. When cattle are putting a lot of energy toward staying warm, they become more susceptible to disease challenges so managing their environment is important to reduce disease risk. Meyer asserts the importance of quality water and matching nutrition to help keep cattle warm.
Source: Bovine Veterinarian, November 21, 2025. Link. Even with the best prevention and husbandry measures in place, BRD can sometimes bypass defenses, says Meyer. He advocates for the use of the D.A.R.T. acronym to identify early signs of sick cattle which stands for Depression, low Appetite, abnormal Respiration and high body Temperature.