ANIMAL HUSBANDRY INFORMATION

GOAT

Disease Management

• Be on the alert for signs of illness such as reduced feed intake, fever, abnormal discharge or unusual behaviour.

• Consult the nearest veterinary aid centre for help if illness is suspected.

• Protect the animals against common diseases.

• In case of outbreak of contagious diseases, immediately segregate the sick animals from healthy one and take necessary disease control measures.

• De-worm the animals regularly.

• Examine the faeces of adult animals to detect eggs of internal parasites and treat the animals with suitable drugs.

• Provide clean and uncontaminated feed and water for minimising the health disorders.

• Strictly follow the recommended vaccine schedule.

Last updated: 26-8-2006