Milking is impaired, slowing calf growth and development. After calving, a majority do not rebreed within six months. Cows entering winter with body scores below five have little fat reserve to call upon and require disproportionately larger amounts of supplementation to maintain the same body condition. Condition improvement during winter or while lactating is difficult and very expensive to accomplish. No discernible fat cover along backbone or ribs.
Survival is questionable during stress.
Very Thin Condition. Some fat along backbone, none over ribs. Milk production is poor. Chances of rebreeding slim to none. Fat along backbone and slight amount of fat over ribs.