Practical Lambing and Lamb Care : A Veterinary Guide - Hardcover

Eales, Andrew; Small, John

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0582210046 ISBN 13: 9780582210042

Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell, 1995

Synopsis

Each year, millions of lambs and tens of thousands of ewes die at lambing, but it is uneconomical to call a vet to each difficult lambing, and each sick lamb or ewe. This practical guide explains, in simple terms, how much of this loss could be prevented, by providing a basic understanding of the problems lambs and ewes can suffer, and the techniques used to prevent or alleviate them. Practical Lambing and Lamb Care, now in its second edition, is a comprehensive reference manual covering each step of the lambing process and the techniques which may be needed at each stage, in the treatment and care of newborn lambs and ewes

About this title

Review

"This book is a revised edition that provides practical guidance and information on aspects of lambing and lamb care. It covers the major diseases and problems seen in lambs and includes chapters on ewe health, including abortion issues, preventitive methods, lambing techniques and animal welfare issues. There is new information on zoonotic infections, the handling and storage of drugs, flock health plans and consideration for organic producsers.
This book would be of interest to animal producers, veterinarians and veterinary and agricultural students.
CAB Abstracts, 2005

"The inclusion of simple diagrams and clear instruction make this a useful reference for those caring for sheep as well as students."

"The book is easy to read, well laid out and would be a useful reference book for those caring for sheep."
Irish Veterinary Journal, 2005

"All sheep practices should have a copy and advise their sheep clients like–wise. If the information within this book were implemented on all sheep enterprises, the welfare of lambs would be significantly improved."
Veterinary Record, 2005

From the Back Cover

Millions of lambs and ewes die each year during the lambing season. The reasons behind this high level of perinatal mortality are not easily explained and problems that do arise may be difficult to predict. This fully revised new edition of Practical Lambing and Lamb Care attempts to unravel this complex subject by providing practical guidance and information on all aspects of lambing and lamb care. It covers the major diseases and problems in lambs, from poisoning to foot and mouth disease, and includes chapters on the health of the ewe (including abortion issues), preventative methods, lambing techniques and also considers animal welfare issues. A first aid manual for all sheep farmers and veterinary students, with essential information on improving lamb mortality and avoiding stress at lambing time New material on zoonotic infections, handling and storage of drugs, flock health plans, and considerations for organic producers Lots of colour photographs to aid in the diagnosis, treatment and management of disease

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley–Blackwell
• Publication date: 1995
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0582210046
• ISBN 13: 9780582210042
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 176