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Journal of the Department of Agriculture, Western Australia, Series 4

Authors

J Shilkin

Keywords

Goats, Animal diseases, Mastitis, Reproductive disorders, Enterotoxaemia, Western Australia

Disciplines

Sheep and Goat Science | Veterinary Infectious Diseases | Veterinary Pathology and Pathobiology | Veterinary Preventive Medicine, Epidemiology, and Public Health

First Page Number

405

Last Page Number

414

ISSN

0021-8618

Abstract

MANY of the diseases of goats are common to sheep and cattle, and, as in these species, correct feeding, hygiene and general care and management will assist in the avoidance of serious ailments.

In this article an attempt will be made to advise goat-owners on the diagnosis of the more common ailments, and suggestions as to treatment will be offered where possible.

It should be appreciated however that where veterinary assistance is obtainable it is preferable to first-aid treatment. A qualified veterinarian has access to newer and more efficient methods of treatment than are available to the layman.

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