Where is the temperature taken in cattle?

The appropriate method for taking the temperature in cattle is rectally. This approach provides the most accurate measurement of the core body temperature, which is crucial for assessing the health status of the animal. Cattle, like other large mammals, can have their body's temperature measured more effectively in the rectal area due to its proximity to the core, whereas other methods, such as oral, may not yield reliable results because of the anatomy and behavior of the animal. Aurally, or through the ear, is also less reliable in larger species due to variations in ear canal temperature. Dermally involves measuring temperature through the skin, which does not reflect the internal body temperature accurately enough for clinical purposes. Thus, rectal measurement is considered the standard practice in veterinary medicine for cattle temperature assessment.