Small Ruminant
Production Medicine & Management
(Sheep and Goats)

This manual is the result of the combined efforts of veterinarians, university professors, extension agents, and producers who strive to provide current and accurate information to the individual sheep and goat owner.

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Contributing authors and editors:

Cody W. Faerber, DVM
Animal Medicine and Consulting

Lyle G. McNeal, Ph.D.
Utah State University Sheep and Wool Specialist

Robert L. Harding, DVM
Dairy Health Consultation and Service

Kevin L. Hill, DVM
Western Livestock Consulting

J. D. Bobb, DVM
Pipestone Veterinary Clinic

Scott Horner
Extension Research Specialist, Prairie View A&M University

Jonathan Merriam
California Dairy Extension Agent

S. Mario Durrant, DVM
Cache Meadow Veterinary Clinic

INTRODUCTION

This manual IS to be used as a guide and a teaching tool in assisting the sheep and goat producer to become more adept at recognizing a problem, assisting in making a correct diagnosis, and ultimately, implementing the proper and timely treatment of his or her animals, with the help of the local veterinarian. This manual is NOT intended to replace the experience and expertise of a veterinarian. The authors and editors of this manual do not intend to give specific veterinary medical advice. The material contained in this manual is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the primary or only guide in a given situation. Individuals utilizing the information contained in this manual should be aware of the changing nature of disease processes, recommendations on the use of various pharmaceuticals, and medical research in general. Therefore, the material contained in this manual should always be used in conjunction with the professional advice of a local veterinarian, ensuring that accurate and applicable diagnostics and treatments are implemented.

DISCLAIMER

Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this material. If any questions arise concerning any of the information in this manual, a veterinarian must be consulted. If any questions arise regarding the use of medications or supplements, refer to the product insert and follow the instructions given by the manufacturer. Many of the products and doses recommended in this manual are NOT approved for use in sheep and goats. This means that they are used in an extra label manner. Refer to page B647 for additional information on extra label drug use. Using any product in an extra label manner alters withdrawal times. When an approved sheep or goat withdrawal time is not available, a cattle withdrawal is given for reference ONLY. The cattle withdrawal is NOT the approved withdrawal time for sheep and goats.

The authors, editors, publisher, distributors, retailers, and wholesalers of this manual will not be held liable for any direct or indirect damages resulting from the use of this material.

No part of this manual, including photographs and video, may be reproduced or used in any form, including photocopying or any information storage or retrieval system, without specific permission from Animal Health Publications.

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