DYSTOCIA (Lambing Problems); Dystocia, or difficult birth, is common in sheep and causes the death of many lambs and ewes. Yearling ewes and ewe lambs are much more susceptible to lambing problems than mature ewes that have lambed previously.
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OBSTETRICS AND LAMBING. PROBLEMS. Clell V. Bagley, DVM, Extension Veterinarian. Utah State University, Logan UT 84322-5600. July 1997. AH/Sheep/12...
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Common Diseases or Problems Vaginal prolapse occurs before lambing and may be inherited. It may be due to too bulky feed, natural estrogens in the feed or those produced by molds, short tail dock, or injury. To correct it, clean the protruding tissue, elevate the rear quarters of the ewe, and reinsert the tissue.
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An attempt will be made to discuss the most common lambing problems and offer some hints and help in dealing with them. Lambing problems can be due to genetics, health problems or nutritional status of ewes. Keep a few records. If one ram tends to throw big lambs, certainly do not breed him to young ewes and you may want...
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An article outlining the ideal lambing season. No lambing problems The "ideal lambing season scenario" identifies the goals of no lambing problems, all ewes producing adequate milk, no bum lambs and all ewes as good mothers. Some may consider these factors as being out of control of the shepherd.
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Keeping ewes in ideal condition will reduce the incidence of lambing problems including pregnancy toxemia, and the ewes will milk well.
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4-6 weeks before lambing is a good time for vaccinations: a CD/T (Clostridium welchii type C & D and tetanus) booster, and BO-SE or a vitamin-E supplement if you have had problems with white-muscle disease or if your hay is grown on selenium-deficient soils.
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Care of Ewes and Lambs at Lambing Time Leave the lambs in the lambing jug with the ewe. If she attacks them, tie her with a halter. If the placenta is not expelled within 25 hours after birth, she needs to be treated by your veterinarian. Provide plenty of fresh water for the ewe.
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Symptoms, treatment and prevention. Symptoms; Does and ewes suffering from pregnancy toxemia (ketosis) appear lethargic, Many times, when they lie down, they are unable to rise. Early in the disease, does or ewes will show a positive test for ketone bodies in the urine. The breath of does and ewes will have a sweet or...
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efore calving, lambing, kidding or fawning begins difficult birth How can you tell if there are problems. Don't hesitate: Phone your vet. luid from the nose and mouth of a newborn.
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