There are several vaccines available for vaccinating against rotavirus. For the neonate, there is a oral modified live vaccine available. The vaccine contains just rotavirus or can come in a combination of rotavirus and coronavirus. The most predominant serotype in cattle populations is Serotype G6, however, other serotypes like G10 account for the minority of infections. Vaccination of the dam is another alternative for passing immunity on to the calf.
Colostral antibody is therefore very important.
Antibody in the colostrum of the cow can be significantly increased by vaccinating the cow prior to calving. Vaccines available for use in cows come with both the G10 and G6 serotypes or may contain just the G6 serotype. Vaccination of the mother with a vaccine containing only G6 may result in protective antibodies against other serotypes as well. There are a wide range of vaccines available for aiding in the prevention of calf scours. Most of them contain not only rotavirus but also coronavirus , and E. coli .