sheep reproduction Flashcards
1
Q
what is the most common cause of abortion in sheep
A
chlamydophila abortus
2
Q
which causes of abortion in sheep have licenced vaccines available
A
chlamydophila and toxoplasma
3
Q
what pathogen is associated with watery mouth in lambs
A
non-haemolytic E. coli
4
Q
how long does passive immunity against clostridia last
A
3 months
5
Q
how long does passive immunity against pasteurella last
A
3 weeks
6
Q
what is the vector for bluetongue
A
midges
7
Q
a ewe is found recumbent in a field and her lambs are crying. the ground looks as if she has been kicking or struggling - whhat is the most likely cause
A
hypomanesium
8
Q
what cause is most likely of a fetus found to have swollen liver
A
campylobacter foetus
