Vaccinating sheep against Clostridia and Pasteurella

Vaccination against Clostridia and Pasteurella is critical for preventing sudden death and severe disease in sheep flocks.

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Vaccinate sheep against Clostridia and Pasteurella to prevent sudden death from severe bacterial diseases such as enterotoxaemia, blackleg, pneumonia, and lamb dysentery. Administer vaccines to ewes 2–8 weeks before lambing to boost colostrum antibodies, and vaccinate lambs at 3 weeks with a booster 4–6 weeks later, followed by annual boosters. Ensure lambs receive high-quality colostrum within 2 hours of birth for passive immunity. Use only healthy animals, follow proper storage and handling, and administer subcutaneously in the neck. This protocol significantly reduces mortality and is essential for flock health.

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Project

EuroSheep

European Network for interactive and innovative knowledge exchange on animal health and nutrition between the sheep industry actors and stakeholders

Location
Ireland, Ireland
Authors
Pierre Guillaume Grisot
Purpose
Communication

File type
document
Created on
Jan 28, 2021
Origin language
English
Official project website
License
CC BY