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Conditions and Diseases (from Sheep)
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Foot RotFoot Rot
Steps to control, treat, and eliminate.
Footrot Control (1990)Footrot Control (1990)
Causes, prevention and treatment of this common cause of lameness in sheep.
Ovine Progressive Pneumonia in SheepOvine Progressive Pneumonia in Sheep
Provides information on ovine progressive pneumonia, a common disease in sheep. Covers prevalence, transmission, clinical signs, diagnosis, and control and eradication of the disease. Includes color photos showing infected lungs and microscopic cross-sect
Handling Internal Worm Parasitism in SheepHandling Internal Worm Parasitism in Sheep
Acquaints the reader with methods of preventing, controlling, and treating parasitism in sheep.
USDA APHIS VS Scrapie InformationUSDA APHIS VS Scrapie Information
Links to information about the disease, certification program and proposed rules.
Footrot in Sheep: Disease FactsFootrot in Sheep: Disease Facts
Ovine (sheep) footrot is a serious disease which has long been dreaded by sheep owners. It is a disease which causes severe economic loss, suffering due to lameness and disruption to normal farm operations. The economic losses result from reduced body w
Controlling Internal Parasites in SheepControlling Internal Parasites in Sheep
To effectively control internal parasites at a reasonable cost, one needs to understand the interaction between the worms and sheep, have knowledge of the parasite life cycle and use dewormers and other management practices wisely.
Pizzle RotPizzle Rot
Symptoms, progression and treatment of this potentially serious problem affecting rams.
PneumoniaPneumonia
Factors to consider when outbreaks of pneumonia occur.
Sheep DippingSheep Dipping
Extensive information from the UK Health & Safety Executive on sheep dipping; including hazards and safety, proper treatment, controls.
Udder Diseases of SheepUdder Diseases of Sheep
There are two major udder disease problems of ewes, hardbag and bluebag. They both tend to occur sporadically and are frustrating for producers to treat or prevent.
MastitisMastitis
Description of the mammary gland system, causes of mastitis and methods to treat and prevent inflammation of the mammary gland or udder of the ewe.
Foot and Mouth Disease LinksFoot and Mouth Disease Links
Latest information provided by the United States Department of Agriculture.
Foot and Mouth DiseaseFoot and Mouth Disease
Information on the disease from the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Using Aggressive Flock Management to Avoid Foot ProblemsUsing Aggressive Flock Management to Avoid Foot Problems
The author details the steps she has taken to avoid the introduction of the bacterium Dichelobacter Nodosus onto her ranch.
Abortion in SheepAbortion in Sheep
Advice from the Veterinary Investigation Centre, Langford.
Gestational Psittacosis in a Montana Sheep RancherGestational Psittacosis in a Montana Sheep Rancher
This site contains an article about a woman that was exposed to Chlamydia psittaci from sheep while pregnant.
Ovine BrucellosisOvine Brucellosis
Ovine brucellosis (OB) is a bacterial disease of sheep found throughout Australia and characterised by infertility in rams. Learn how to diagnose and control this serious problem.
Fighting and Winning the Parasite Battle in SheepFighting and Winning the Parasite Battle in Sheep
Worms: sheep get them, shepherds try to kill them. For a control and prevention program, some knowledge of type of parasites, life cycle of parasite, sheep susceptibility, anthelmintics (dewormers) available, management options available, local and regi
OPP and Sheep Health FactsOPP and Sheep Health Facts
Fact sheets describe the disease and methods of eradication. Also includes membership information for the "OPP Concerned Sheep Breeders Society" and a veternarian referral list.
Internal ParasitesInternal Parasites
Life cycles, drench resistance, lab tests and other information.
Contagious Foot Rot of SheepContagious Foot Rot of Sheep
Foot rot is a serious, contagious disease of sheep in which the horny hoof tissue is involved and undermined. Once established, it usually remains in a flock unless a systematic treatment program is used to eradicate it.
Johne's Disease in SheepJohne's Disease in Sheep
Good discussion regarding Johne's disease (pronounced yonee's), a bacterial disease of ruminants characterized by wasting and diarrhea.
Footrot in Sheep: Benign FootrotFootrot in Sheep: Benign Footrot
Benign footrot, also known as scald or non progressive footrot, is a common condition of Victorian sheep flocks. Benign strains have similar survival and transmission features to those of virulent strains of the same organism.
ScrapieScrapie
Voluntary Flock Certification Program, FAQ and links.
EpididymitisEpididymitis
How to recognize and manage this chronic infection of the epididymis and testes associated with lowered ram fertility.
Control of Internal Parasites in SheepControl of Internal Parasites in Sheep
Things to keep in mind when developing an effective parasite control program. (Virginia)
Avoid Foot Rot Like the PlagueAvoid Foot Rot Like the Plague
Prevention of footrot is the only practical way of dealing with this problem.
Footrot in Sheep: TreatmentFootrot in Sheep: Treatment
This Agriculture Note discusses treatment options.
Topical Footrot TreatmentTopical Footrot Treatment
Instructions for treating with solution of oxytetracycline in alcohol.
Internal Parasites of SheepInternal Parasites of Sheep
Simple and concise information for agriculturists, veterinarians and extension workers in Australia. It may also be useful for students at tertiary institutions and to workers from around the globe. Illustrated with line drawings. These will be augmented
CoccidiaCoccidia
Causes, symptoms, and treatment.
Urinary Calculi in Growing LambsUrinary Calculi in Growing Lambs
Factors predisposing young rams to urinary crystals and blockage of the urethra.
Pregnancy ToxemiaPregnancy Toxemia
Symptoms, treatment and prevention.
Enterotoxemia in LambsEnterotoxemia in Lambs
Causes, prevention and treatment of "overeating" or "pulpy kidney" disease.
Footrot in Sheep: DiagnosisFootrot in Sheep: Diagnosis
This Agriculture Note gives information on how to diagnose footrot
Preventing Pasture Bloat in SheepPreventing Pasture Bloat in Sheep
Bloat can be a sudden and lethal occurrence for sheep. Often, unless the livestock is being monitored closely, the first symptom one notices is dead or distressed animals.
Contagious Foot Rot of Sheep - An UpdateContagious Foot Rot of Sheep - An Update
Foot rot is a serious contagious disease of sheep that has become a common problem in the western states in recent years. Once established in a flock, it usually remains until a consistent treatment program eliminates it. This disease must be differentiat
Control of Foot Rot in SheepControl of Foot Rot in Sheep
"Footrot and dogs have driven more people out of the sheep business than any other reason". There is probably much truth to statements like this. Footrot is a serious problem in Indiana and surrounding states that has had a strong negative impac
Club Lamb Fungus DiseaseClub Lamb Fungus Disease
Club lamb fungus disease is a threat to both animals and humans. This guide reports on the disease cause, symptoms and treatment methods.
Footrot in Sheep: Prevention and Damage ControlFootrot in Sheep: Prevention and Damage Control
Footrot! How can I keep it out? What can I do if my flock gets it? A vendor declaration form is also included.
Scrapie InformationScrapie Information
Information about this fatal progressive neurological disorder of sheep from the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Ringworm and Club Lamb FungusRingworm and Club Lamb Fungus
Tips to limit the spread of this ringworm type disease which is caused by a fungus.

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