Ovine Lameness Flashcards
1
Q
What is scald caused by and what are the cs?
A
F. Necrophorum
red and sore interdigitial space, lameness, little smell
2
Q
How is scald treated?
A
Footbaths w 3% formalin and 10% Zn Sulphate
Oxytetracycline topical spray every 2 days
3
Q
What is footrot caused by and what are the cs?
A
D. nodosus
Benign inflammed interdig space with min invasion of axial wall
Virulent inflam interdig space with erosion of the axial wall, heel and sole
4
Q
What are the cs of contagious ovine digital dermatitis
A
Ulceration at coronary band, horn capsule might fall off exposing laminae - very painful
5
Q
What is the 5 point plan?
A
- Treat early
- Cull
- Vaccine
- Quarantine
- Avoid
