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COMMON SHEEP DISEASES IN INDIA
| Disease Name | Causative Agent | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention/Control |
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| Enterotoxaemia (Pulpy Kidney) | Clostridium perfringens Type D (Bacteria) | Sudden death, diarrhea, abdominal pain, convulsions | Antitoxin if early, supportive care | Vaccinate lambs & adults, avoid sudden diet changes |
| Sheep Pox | Sheep pox virus (Capripoxvirus) | Fever, skin nodules, eye/nose discharge | Symptomatic, antibiotics for secondary infections | Vaccination annually (live attenuated vaccine) |
| Foot Rot | Dichelobacter nodosus, Fusobacterium | Lameness, bad-smelling discharge from hooves | Trimming, zinc sulfate/footbaths, antibiotics | Keep feet dry, regular footbaths, isolate infected animals |
| Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR) | Morbillivirus (PPR virus) | High fever, mouth ulcers, diarrhea, nasal discharge | Supportive care, fluids, antibiotics for infections | Vaccinate annually |
| Blue Tongue | Orbivirus (by Culicoides midge bite) | Fever, swollen face/tongue, lameness, nasal discharge | Symptomatic, antibiotics for secondary infection | Avoid midge exposure, vaccination (in some areas) |
| Haemorrhagic Septicaemia (HS) | Pasteurella multocida | Swelling in neck, fever, difficulty breathing | Antibiotics (Oxytetracycline, Enrofloxacin) | Pre-monsoon vaccination |
| Anthrax | Bacillus anthracis | Sudden death, bloody discharge from nose/anus | Not recommended to open carcass, notify authorities | Annual vaccination in endemic areas |
| Internal Parasites (Worms) | Roundworms, liver flukes | Diarrhea, bottle jaw, weight loss | Deworming (Albendazole, Levamisole, Closantel, etc.) | Deworming schedule (3–4x/year), pasture rotation |
| External Parasites | Ticks, mites, lice | Itching, wool loss, skin irritation | Dipping, sprays (Ivermectin, Cypermethrin) | Clean sheds, regular grooming |
| Orf (Contagious Ecthyma) | Parapox virus | Scabby lesions on mouth, udder, nose | Topical antiseptics, isolate infected animals | Wear gloves, isolate infected sheep, live vaccine available |
| Coccidiosis | Eimeria spp. (Protozoa) | Diarrhea (sometimes bloody), dehydration, poor growth | Sulfa drugs (Sulfadimidine), Amprolium | Good hygiene, avoid overcrowding |
| Bottle Jaw (Barber Pole Worm) | Haemonchus contortus (nematode) | Swollen jaw, anemia, pale gums, weakness | Deworming (Closantel, Ivermectin, Albendazole) | Strategic deworming, monitor FAMACHA score |
✅ Key Preventive Measures for Sheep Health:
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๐ก️ Regular vaccination (PPR, ET, Sheep Pox, HS, Anthrax)
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๐งผ Clean and dry housing
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๐งช Routine deworming & fecal egg count checks (FEC)
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๐พ Balanced nutrition to boost immunity
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๐ Isolate sick animals immediately
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๐ Maintain a seasonal disease calendar (vaccines + deworming)
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Here’s an extended list of more common and important sheep diseases in India, including nutritional, metabolic, and reproductive disorders — all in a farmer-friendly format.
๐ EXTENDED SHEEP DISEASES LIST – INDIA
| Disease Name | Cause | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention/Control |
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| Pneumonia | Bacteria (Pasteurella), viruses, cold stress | Coughing, nasal discharge, fever, labored breathing | Antibiotics (Oxytetracycline), shelter from cold | Avoid sudden weather exposure, good ventilation |
| Johne's Disease (Paratuberculosis) | Mycobacterium avium paratuberculosis | Chronic diarrhea, weight loss, weakness | No cure, cull infected animals | Buy from disease-free flocks, sanitation |
| Caseous Lymphadenitis (CLA) | Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis | Abscesses near lymph nodes, weight loss | Lance and disinfect abscesses, antibiotics | Isolate infected sheep, avoid shearing cuts |
| Tetanus | Clostridium tetani | Muscle stiffness, convulsions, death | Antitoxin, Penicillin, muscle relaxants | Tetanus vaccine, sterilize instruments |
| White Muscle Disease | Selenium/Vitamin E deficiency | Weakness, stiffness, sudden death in lambs | Selenium + Vitamin E injection | Supplement mineral mix or inject in deficient areas |
| Pregnancy Toxaemia | Energy deficiency in late pregnancy | Lethargy, refusal to eat, trembling, death | Propylene glycol drench, glucose, correct nutrition | Avoid over/underfeeding, manage twin-bearing ewes |
| Mastitis | Bacteria (Staph, Strep) | Swollen udder, heat, milk with clots or pus | Antibiotics (Amoxicillin, Cloxacillin), anti-inflammatory | Clean bedding, proper milking hygiene |
| Vaginal/Rectal Prolapse | Nutritional imbalance, constipation, late pregnancy | Tissue protruding outside vagina/rectum | Clean, replace, tie stitch or harness | Prevent constipation, balanced diet, avoid over-fat ewes |
| Urinary Calculi (Urolithiasis) | Phosphorus imbalance in diet | Difficulty urinating, kicking belly, bloating | Surgery (urethrotomy), acidify urine (ammonium chloride) | 2:1 Ca:P ratio in diet, avoid grain-only feeding |
| Lamb Scours (Neonatal Diarrhea) | Bacteria (E. coli), viruses, nutrition | Diarrhea in newborn lambs, dehydration | Electrolytes, antibiotics, keep warm | Clean lambing pens, ensure colostrum intake |
| Liver Fluke (Fasciolosis) | Fasciola hepatica/gigantica | Bottle jaw, anemia, poor growth, diarrhea | Triclabendazole, Closantel | Deworming, drain wet grazing areas |
| Tapeworm Infestation | Moniezia spp. | Diarrhea, pot belly, poor weight gain | Albendazole, Niclosamide | Regular deworming, avoid contaminated grass |
| Ephemeral Fever (3-day Sickness) | Arbovirus (by biting insects) | Sudden fever, muscle stiffness, rapid recovery | NSAIDs, rest, fluids | Avoid exposure to insect bites |
๐ฐ Additional Tips for Indian Sheep Farmers
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๐งฌ Breed wisely: Use disease-resistant rams and ewes.
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๐ Shelter: Proper ventilation + clean, dry flooring.
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๐ฅ Colostrum feeding: Mandatory in first 4–6 hours of life.
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๐งซ Lab Testing: FEC (Fecal Egg Count), blood tests during outbreaks.
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Here is an even more detailed list of sheep diseases found across India, covering fungal, metabolic, reproductive, congenital, mineral deficiency, and miscellaneous conditions. These diseases are especially relevant for breeds like Nellore, Deccani, and local sheep populations in different agro-climatic zones of India.
๐ ADDITIONAL SHEEP DISEASES – INDIA (ADVANCED LIST)
| Disease Name | Cause/Agent | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention/Control |
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| Ringworm (Dermatophytosis) | Fungal (Trichophyton, Microsporum) | Circular hairless lesions, itching, crusts | Antifungal ointments (Clotrimazole, Ketoconazole) | Isolate infected, clean bedding, avoid damp areas |
| Actinobacillosis (Wooden Tongue) | Actinobacillus lignieresii | Swollen tongue, drooling, difficulty eating | Iodine therapy, sodium iodide IV, antibiotics | Avoid sharp feed, good oral hygiene |
| Actinomycosis (Lumpy Jaw) | Actinomyces bovis | Hard swelling in jaw, fistulas, pus | Iodine, Penicillin injections | Avoid mouth injuries, clean feed and water |
| Pinkeye (Infectious Keratoconjunctivitis) | Bacteria (Chlamydia, Mycoplasma) | Red eyes, discharge, corneal opacity | Oxytetracycline eye drops, antibiotics | Fly control, separate infected animals |
| Scrapie (rare, but notifiable) | Prion disease | Nervous signs, itching, weight loss | No treatment – cull affected animals | Test breeding stock, disease-free sourcing |
| Ovine Pulmonary Adenomatosis (Jaagsiekte) | Retrovirus | Progressive weight loss, nasal discharge, lung tumors | No effective treatment | Culling, test breeding animals |
| Listeriosis | Listeria monocytogenes (bacteria) | Circling, depression, facial paralysis, abortion | Penicillin, fluids, supportive care | Avoid spoiled silage, maintain feed hygiene |
| Copper Toxicity | Excess copper in diet | Red urine, jaundice, death | Chelation therapy (D-penicillamine), fluids | Avoid copper-rich feeds, balance minerals |
| Zinc Deficiency | Mineral deficiency | Poor growth, skin crusting, testicular atrophy | Zinc supplementation | Add zinc to mineral mix |
| Swayback | Copper deficiency in pregnant ewes | Lambs born weak, uncoordinated, may die soon | Copper supplementation before lambing | Mineral mixture, especially in copper-deficient soils |
| Rickets | Vitamin D or phosphorus deficiency | Bowed legs, stiffness in lambs | Vitamin D and calcium-phosphorus supplements | Sunlight exposure, mineral mix |
| Hypocalcemia (Milk Fever) | Calcium deficiency in late pregnancy | Muscle tremors, weakness, collapse | Calcium borogluconate injection | Balance calcium in late gestation ration |
| Retained Placenta | Metabolic/reproductive | Placenta not expelled after lambing | Oxytocin injection, manual removal if needed | Proper nutrition before lambing |
| Abortions (Multiple agents) | Brucella, Chlamydia, Toxoplasma | Abortions, stillbirths, weak lambs | Antibiotics, supportive care | Isolate aborted ewes, test for Brucellosis, vaccinate if needed |
| Fly Strike (Myiasis) | Blowfly larvae (maggots) | Wounds with maggots, foul smell, tissue damage | Remove maggots, clean wound, insecticide spray | Regular shearing, wound care, fly control |
| Scald (Interdigital Dermatitis) | Wet conditions, bacteria | Redness between hooves, mild lameness | Zinc sulfate footbath, keep hooves dry | Good floor drainage, regular trimming |
๐งช Other Notable Conditions
| Condition | Notes |
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| Stress-Related Illness | During transport, overhandling – causes pneumonia, abortion |
| Navel Ill/Infection | Newborn lambs – infection from umbilical cord – use iodine dip |
| Colic/Gut Stasis | Due to sudden feed change, gas, constipation – pain, bloating |
| Nutritional Anemia | Due to iron, copper, or protein deficiency – pale gums, weakness |
| Congenital Defects | Genetic issues – limb deformities, hernias |
๐ Recommendations for Farmers
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Maintain a Health Register – Record all illnesses, deworming, vaccines, and treatments.
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Use FAMACHA Chart – Check anemia score for parasite control.
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Stock Emergency Medicines – Electrolytes, antipyretics, antibiotics, anti-bloat.
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Train Staff in First Aid & Observation – Early treatment = higher survival.
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Here is a complete master table combining:
✅ Common Sheep Diseases in India
✅ Extended Sheep Diseases List
✅ Advanced/Additional Diseases List
This table is ideal for farmers, vet students, or for publishing on your Blogger site or disease management guide.
๐ MASTER LIST: ALL COMMON SHEEP DISEASES IN INDIA
| Disease Name | Cause/Agent | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention/Control |
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| Enterotoxaemia (Pulpy Kidney) | Clostridium perfringens Type D | Sudden death, diarrhea, convulsions, abdominal pain | Antitoxin, fluids, supportive care | ET Vaccine, avoid high starch diets suddenly |
| PPR (Goat Plague) | PPR Virus (Morbillivirus) | High fever, nasal discharge, ulcers, diarrhea, high mortality | Symptomatic, fluids, antibiotics for secondary infection | Annual PPR vaccination |
| Sheep Pox | Capripoxvirus | Fever, skin nodules, nasal/eye discharge | Symptomatic, antibiotics for secondary infections | Sheep pox vaccine annually |
| Foot Rot | Dichelobacter nodosus, Fusobacterium | Lameness, foul smell, swollen hooves | Zinc sulfate footbath, antibiotics | Trim hooves, footbath regularly, clean shed |
| Haemorrhagic Septicaemia (HS) | Pasteurella multocida | Neck swelling, fever, breathing distress | Oxytetracycline, Enrofloxacin | Vaccinate pre-monsoon |
| Anthrax | Bacillus anthracis | Sudden death, bloody discharge | Notify authority, burn/bury carcass | Annual vaccine in endemic areas |
| Blue Tongue | Orbivirus (via midge bites) | Swollen tongue, face edema, nasal discharge, lameness | Fluids, antibiotics | Avoid midge exposure, possible vaccine in endemic zones |
| Bottle Jaw (Barber Pole Worm) | Haemonchus contortus | Swelling under jaw, anemia, pale gums | Deworming: Closantel, Albendazole | Strategic deworming, pasture rotation |
| Coccidiosis | Eimeria spp. (Protozoa) | Bloody diarrhea, dehydration, weight loss | Sulfa drugs (Sulfadimidine), Amprolium | Clean housing, avoid overcrowding |
| External Parasites | Ticks, mites, lice | Itching, wool loss, wounds | Ivermectin, sprays (Cypermethrin) | Regular grooming, spray shed walls |
| Liver Fluke (Fasciolosis) | Fasciola hepatica/gigantica | Bottle jaw, poor weight, anemia | Triclabendazole, Closantel | Avoid marshy grazing, routine deworming |
| Tapeworms (Moniezia) | Moniezia spp. | Pot belly, diarrhea, poor growth | Albendazole, Niclosamide | Pasture management, routine deworming |
| Tetanus | Clostridium tetani | Muscle stiffness, convulsions, lockjaw | Antitoxin, penicillin | Tetanus toxoid vaccine, sterile tools |
| Mastitis | Bacteria (Staph, Strep) | Swollen udder, hot/painful, clotted milk | Antibiotics, NSAIDs | Clean housing, hygiene during milking |
| Pregnancy Toxaemia | Energy deficiency (late pregnancy) | Lethargy, hypoglycemia, ketones in urine | Propylene glycol, glucose, correct diet | Feed high-energy in late gestation |
| Orf (Contagious Ecthyma) | Parapox virus | Scabby sores around mouth, udder | Antiseptic creams, isolate infected | Live vaccine (optional), wear gloves |
| Lamb Scours (Neonatal Diarrhea) | Bacteria, virus, poor hygiene | Diarrhea in lambs, dehydration | Electrolytes, antibiotics, warmth | Ensure colostrum, clean lambing pens |
| Urinary Calculi | Phosphorus excess, low Ca:P ratio | Difficulty urinating, bloat, pain | Surgery, ammonium chloride | Balanced minerals, salt + water access |
| Ringworm (Fungal) | Trichophyton, Microsporum | Hairless itchy patches, scaly skin | Antifungal creams (Ketoconazole) | Isolate, disinfect, dry housing |
| Pinkeye | Chlamydia, Mycoplasma | Eye redness, discharge, corneal opacity | Oxytetracycline eye drops, injectable antibiotics | Control flies, isolate cases |
| Caseous Lymphadenitis (CLA) | Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis | Swollen lymph nodes with pus | Lance abscesses, penicillin | Clean shearing, cull chronic carriers |
| Listeriosis | Listeria monocytogenes | Circling, abortion, facial droop | Penicillin, fluids | Avoid spoiled silage, hygiene |
| Scrapie | Prion disease | Itching, loss of coordination, weight loss | No treatment – notifiable disease | Cull affected, use disease-free stock |
| Actinobacillosis (Wooden Tongue) | Actinobacillus lignieresii | Swollen tongue, drooling | Sodium iodide, penicillin | Avoid coarse feed, manage oral injuries |
| Rickets (Lambs) | Vit D, Phosphorus deficiency | Bowed legs, poor growth | Vit D + calcium supplements | Sunlight, mineral mix in feed |
| Swayback | Copper deficiency (pregnant ewes) | Weak lambs, poor coordination | Copper supplementation | Give mineral mix pre-lambing |
| Zinc Deficiency | Micronutrient deficiency | Hair loss, scaly skin, poor appetite | Zinc oxide orally | Add zinc in mineral mixture |
| Fly Strike (Myiasis) | Blowfly larvae | Maggots in wounds, foul odor | Remove maggots, apply insecticide | Shearing, wound management, fly control |
| Johne’s Disease | Mycobacterium avium paratuberculosis | Chronic wasting, diarrhea | No cure, test and cull | Avoid infected purchases, sanitation |
| Ovine Pulmonary Adenomatosis | Retrovirus | Progressive respiratory distress | No treatment | Remove infected from breeding |
✅ Summary: Key Disease Management Tips for Sheep in India
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๐ Vaccines: PPR, ET, Sheep Pox, HS, Anthrax, Tetanus – as per schedule
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๐งผ Clean housing, foot hygiene, pest control
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๐งช Routine deworming: 3–4 times/year
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๐ผ Colostrum within 6 hrs to prevent lamb mortality
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๐ฉบ FAMACHA, FEC (Egg Count) testing for parasites
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๐ Keep a Health Register for each sheep
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Here is an expanded and detailed list of recommendations for sheep farmers in India, especially those managing breeds like Nellore, Deccani, or other local types. These tips will help improve disease prevention, lamb survival, and overall flock productivity.
✅ Recommendations for Sheep Farmers (India)
| ๐ Management Area | ๐ Best Practices |
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| ๐ Health Record Keeping | Maintain a Health Register with details of illness, vaccination, deworming, and treatment history for each sheep. Use ear tag numbers for tracking. |
| ๐ฉธ Parasite Monitoring | Use FAMACHA chart regularly (every 2 weeks) to detect anemia due to worm load. Helps in targeted deworming. |
| ๐ Emergency Medicine Kit | Stock essential medicines: – Electrolytes – Antipyretics (Paracetamol) – Antibiotics (Oxytetracycline, Penicillin) – Dewormers – Anti-bloat liquid (e.g. Simethicone + Activated Charcoal) |
| ๐ฉ⚕️ Staff Training | Train workers in basic first aid, how to detect early signs of illness (e.g. lameness, diarrhea, coughing), and how to give injections/oral meds. |
| ๐ Vaccination Calendar | Follow the seasonal vaccination schedule (PPR, ET, HS, Anthrax, Sheep Pox). Stick reminders in shed. |
| ๐พ Nutrition & Feed | Provide balanced feed: – Protein (e.g. Hedge Lucerne) – Energy (e.g. CO-4 Napier, molasses) – Minerals (mineral mix + salt lick) – Probiotics for gut health |
| ๐ฅ Colostrum Management | Ensure lambs receive colostrum within 1–6 hours after birth. Essential for immunity and survival. |
| ๐งซ Deworming Program | Deworm lambs at 1 month, then every 3 months using rotation of different dewormers (Albendazole, Levamisole, Closantel). |
| ๐ FEC Monitoring | Do Fecal Egg Count (FEC) test every 6 months to check effectiveness of dewormers and avoid resistance. |
| ๐ Shed & Hygiene | Maintain dry, ventilated shed with raised flooring. Clean manure weekly. Disinfect with lime or bleaching powder. |
| ๐งด Biosecurity Measures | Isolate new/sick animals for 15 days. Don’t share tools or feed equipment between flocks. Use footbaths at shed entry. |
| ๐งฌ Breed Selection | Choose disease-resistant native rams. Avoid inbreeding. Cull chronic sick/non-productive animals. |
| ๐️ Daily Observation Routine | Check sheep every morning for: – Appetite – Movement – Coughing – Diarrhea – Lameness – Discharges |
| ๐ชฐ Insect & Pest Control | Control flies, ticks, lice using sprays (Cypermethrin, Deltamethrin). Clean dung pits to avoid fly breeding. |
| ๐ง️ Weather Protection | Provide cover during rain and winter. Wet and cold conditions cause pneumonia and foot rot. |
| ๐ Transport Stress Management | Avoid long-distance travel during hot/cold times. Provide water, rest. Give vitamins before/after journey. |
| ๐งผ Lambing Management | Keep lambing pen clean. Monitor closely. Use iodine on navel. Separate weak lambs. |
| ๐งช Routine Lab Testing | Send samples to vet lab for blood, fecal, or disease confirmation during outbreaks. Helps in correct treatment. |
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Here is a complete daily schedule with practical tips to help you identify diseases early from the Master List of Sheep Diseases in India. These steps will help you detect symptoms early — even before serious illness or death — and increase your flock’s survival and productivity.
๐ DAILY HEALTH MONITORING SCHEDULE FOR SHEEP FARMERS
๐ With Tips to Identify All Common Sheep Diseases in India
| Time | Task | What to Look For (Disease Clues) | Related Diseases |
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| 6:00 AM | ๐ถ Morning Round (Observation) before feeding | - Any sheep standing alone, dull or not eating? - Nasal discharge, coughing, unusual movement? | PPR, Pneumonia, Blue Tongue, Sheep Pox, Listeriosis, Mastitis, Scrapie |
| 6:30 AM | ๐งผ Check Water Troughs & Feed Area | - Any signs of diarrhea around shed or tail area? - Flies near wounds or smell? | Coccidiosis, Enterotoxaemia, Fly Strike, Lamb Scours |
| 7:00 AM | ๐ฉบ Close Look at Animals (FAMACHA + Eye/Nose/Foot Check) | - Pale eyes/gums (anemia)? - Bottle jaw (swelling under jaw)? - Limping or foot smell? | Haemonchosis, Liver Fluke, Foot Rot, CLA |
| 7:30 AM | ๐ผ Lamb Check (Newborns & Young) | - Weakness, scours, not suckling? - Navel infections or poor growth? | Neonatal Scours, Navel Ill, Rickets, Orf |
| 9:00 AM | ๐ Feeding Time | - Any sheep not coming to feed? - Grinding teeth, bloat, lying down? | Enterotoxaemia, Colic, Urinary Calculi, Pregnancy Toxaemia |
| 12:00 PM | ☀️ Heat Stress Check (especially in summer) | - Open-mouth breathing, tongue out, panting, collapsed? | Pneumonia, Heat Stroke |
| 4:00 PM | ๐ Afternoon Round | - Wool falling out, wounds, maggots, skin scabs? | Ringworm, Fly Strike, Sheep Pox, External Parasites |
| 6:00 PM | ๐งด Foot Check & Movement Observation | - Limping, reluctance to move, foot swelling or smell? | Foot Rot, Scald, Tetanus, Bluetongue |
| 6:30 PM | ๐ฉ Dung Watch | - Diarrhea? Worms visible? Blood in stool? | Coccidiosis, Worm infestation, Liver Fluke, Johne’s Disease |
| 7:00 PM | ๐ Daily Health Register Update | - Record any sick animals - Temperature checks (if symptoms found) | Helps with disease tracking & vet consultation |
๐ง DAILY DISEASE IDENTIFICATION TIPS (Symptoms-Based)
| Symptom | Likely Diseases |
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| Pale gums / eyes | Haemonchus contortus, Liver fluke, Internal worms |
| Swelling under jaw | Bottle Jaw (Haemonchosis), Liver fluke |
| Lameness / Foot rot smell | Foot Rot, Bluetongue, Scald, Tetanus |
| Diarrhea | Enterotoxaemia, Coccidiosis, Worms, Johne’s, Lamb Scours |
| Nasal / Eye discharge | PPR, Pneumonia, Sheep Pox, Pink Eye, Blue Tongue |
| Coughing / Labored breathing | Pneumonia, Ovine Pulmonary Adenomatosis, Pasteurellosis |
| Skin scabs / hair loss | Ringworm, Sheep Pox, External parasites |
| Sudden death | Enterotoxaemia, Anthrax, Pulpy Kidney |
| Weak newborn lambs | Swayback, Selenium/Vit E Deficiency, Rickets, Scours |
| Abortion / Stillbirth | Listeriosis, Brucellosis, Chlamydia, Toxoplasmosis |
| Poor growth in lambs | Worms, Coccidiosis, Zinc/Copper/Vitamin Deficiencies |
๐ WEEKLY / MONTHLY TASKS TO SUPPORT DAILY SCHEDULE
| ๐️ Frequency | Task |
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| Weekly | FAMACHA scoring, hooves trimming, water source cleaning |
| Every 2 weeks | Tick/mite inspection, apply parasite control (if needed) |
| Monthly | Body weight monitoring, supplement minerals/vitamins |
| Every 3 months | Deworming (rotate drugs) |
| Every 6 months | Fecal Egg Count (FEC) testing, update vaccine and deworming records |
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Thermometer (fever check)
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Color chart for dung
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Hoof trimmer, antiseptic
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Excellent! Here's an even more detailed expansion of your daily disease monitoring + identification system for sheep farms in India — with practical tips, symptom clusters, and what tools/actions to take based on observations.
๐๐ ADVANCED DAILY DISEASE MONITORING SCHEDULE FOR SHEEP FARMERS (India)
| Time | Activity | Details | Disease Clues (Observe for) | What To Do |
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| 5:30–6 AM | ๐ฆ Shed Entry & Quick Scan | Use a torch in winter or low-light; look at animals before they’re disturbed. | Any animals isolated, laying, trembling, excessive panting? | Note ID, check rectal temp, isolate if needed |
| 6:00 AM | ๐ง Behavior Check | Normal sheep are alert, chewing cud, and in groups. | Isolation, weak standing, head tilt, circling, aggression, frothing | Suspect: Listeriosis, Scrapie, Rabies, PPR |
| 6:30 AM | ๐งด Udders, Feet, Nose, Mouth Check | Lift feet, observe between toes, check udders in lactating ewes. | Swelling, scabs (orf), heat, ulcers, foot rot smell, nasal sores | Suspect: Foot rot, Mastitis, Orf, Sheep Pox |
| 7:00 AM | ๐งช FAMACHA + Mucosa Check | Look under lower eyelid (red = healthy, pale = anemia). | Pale mucosa = worms, liver fluke, blood loss | Deworm or treat for parasites accordingly |
| 7:30 AM | ๐ผ Lamb Watch | Check lambs for scours, suckling, vigor, and temperature. | Diarrhea, weakness, curled ears, dullness | Suspect: Coccidiosis, Scours, Hypothermia, Swayback |
| 8:00 AM | ๐ฉ Dung Check | Check bedding, floor, and near feeding area for droppings. | Green/watery/foamy = infection Hard/dry = dehydration Bloody = coccidiosis | Give oral electrolytes, isolate diarrhea cases |
| 9:00 AM | ๐ Feeding Observation | Normal sheep eat quickly and chew cud afterward. | Poor appetite, grinding teeth, sudden death after meal | Suspect: Enterotoxaemia, Bloat, Toxaemia |
| 11:00 AM | ๐ก️ Check Suspect Animals’ Vitals | If a sheep looks sick, measure: – Temp (Normal: 38.5–40°C) – Respiration (16–34/min) – Pulse (70–90 bpm) | Fever = PPR, Pneumonia, HS High Pulse = Pain, Shock | Record data in health register |
| 1:00 PM | ๐ฟ Midday Feed & Water Recheck | Observe if all animals are drinking water and chewing cud in shade. | Refusal to drink = urinary issue Isolation = illness Drooling = Orf, Wooden Tongue | Monitor or provide supplements (e.g. salt lick) |
| 4:00 PM | ๐ชฐ Parasite Check & Grooming | Look around ears, neck, under tail for ticks, lice, fly larvae. | Hair loss, skin wounds, maggots, itching | Suspect: Fly strike, Lice, Ringworm |
| 6:00 PM | ๐ถ Walking & Movement Check | Let sheep walk in open area. Observe for limping, arching, slow walking, or stiff movements. | Lameness, reluctance to move = Foot rot, Joint illness, Nutritional issues | Treat early with trimming or injectable meds |
| 7:00 PM | ๐ Health & Treatment Log Update | Write down sick cases, temp readings, medicines used, date of vaccination/deworming. | - | Keeps your vet informed and flock organized |
๐ DISEASE IDENTIFICATION – CLINICAL SIGNS & LIKELY CAUSES
| Observed Symptom | Likely Diseases | Next Steps |
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| Pale gums / jaw swelling | Haemonchosis, Liver fluke | Deworm with Closantel, FAMACHA check |
| Bloody diarrhea | Coccidiosis, Enteritis | Sulfa drugs, isolate, maintain hygiene |
| Nasal discharge + mouth sores | PPR, Sheep Pox, Blue Tongue | Vaccination check, antibiotics for secondary infections |
| Lameness + foul hoof smell | Foot Rot, Scald | Trim, footbath (zinc sulfate), antibiotics |
| Scabs on mouth/udder | Orf | Antiseptic cream, isolate, vaccinate flock if available |
| Hard jaw swelling | Lumpy jaw (Actinomycosis), Wooden tongue | Penicillin, iodine injections |
| Circle walking, head tilt | Listeriosis | Penicillin, anti-inflammatory, isolate |
| Coughing, panting | Pneumonia, Ovine Pulmonary Adenomatosis | Oxytetracycline, shelter from cold |
| Red urine, jaundice | Copper toxicity, Babesiosis | Supportive care, vet advice urgently |
| Weak lambs at birth | Swayback, Selenium/Vit E deficiency, Poor nutrition | Selenium + Vit E injection, mineral mix before lambing |
๐งฐ Suggested Disease Monitoring Kit
| ๐ ️ Tool | ๐ก Use |
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| Thermometer | Check fever (above 40°C = serious) |
| FAMACHA chart | Internal parasite anemia scoring |
| Hoof trimmer + disinfectant | Foot rot control |
| Iodine or Betadine | Navel care, wound dressing |
| Antibiotic & Dewormer Stock | Emergency disease response |
| Tagging / Marking Pen | Identify treated/sick animals |
| Spray (Cypermethrin) | External parasites & fly control |
| Measuring tape or scale | Growth monitoring in lambs |
๐ Weekly & Monthly Tasks for Prevention
| ๐️ Frequency | Activity |
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| Every Week | Observe full flock for hidden limps, infections, check dung condition |
| Every 2 Weeks | Tick spray + FAMACHA test |
| Every Month | Record weights, trim hooves, mineral check |
| Every 3 Months | Strategic deworming (rotate drugs) |
| Every 6 Months | Fecal egg count, update vaccination log |
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Here is a farmer-friendly guide with ✅ practical Tips to Identify All Common Sheep Diseases in India, especially suited for breeds like Nellore, Deccani, Malpura, and other native sheep. This helps you catch diseases early, avoid losses, and treat on time.
๐๐ก TIPS TO IDENTIFY ALL COMMON SHEEP DISEASES IN INDIA
๐ฉธ 1. Check Eyes & Gums – (Anemia & Parasites)
How to Identify:
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Pull down the lower eyelid – if pale white → severe anemia
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Pale gums, slow movement, weakness
Possible Diseases:
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Haemonchosis (Barber Pole Worm)
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Liver Fluke
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Coccidiosis
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Use FAMACHA chart
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Deworm with Closantel/Albendazole
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Add iron/multivitamin support
๐ฆถ 2. Watch for Lameness or Limping
How to Identify:
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Difficulty walking
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Standing on 3 legs
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Swelling or foul smell from hooves
Possible Diseases:
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Foot Rot
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Bluetongue
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Scald / Joint infections
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Trim hooves, give zinc sulfate footbath
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Use Oxytetracycline / Penicillin
๐ฉ 3. Observe Dung & Diarrhea Signs
How to Identify:
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Loose, green, bloody, or foamy dung
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Stained tail area
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Dehydration, weight loss
Possible Diseases:
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Coccidiosis
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Enterotoxaemia
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Internal worms (roundworms, tapeworms)
What to Do:
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Deworm using Levamisole, Albendazole
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Give oral electrolytes, Sulfa drugs (for coccidiosis)
๐ท 4. Monitor Nose, Mouth & Face
How to Identify:
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Nasal discharge
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Mouth ulcers, sores, swelling of tongue
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Red eyes, eye discharge
Possible Diseases:
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PPR (Goat Plague)
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Sheep Pox
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Blue Tongue
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Pinkeye
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Vaccinate regularly
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Give fluids + antibiotics (Oxytetracycline)
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Isolate sick animals
๐งผ 5. Look for Skin Problems & Wool Loss
How to Identify:
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Bald patches, scratching
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Crusty skin around mouth or legs
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Maggots or wounds with smell
Possible Diseases:
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Ringworm (fungal)
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Orf (Contagious Ecthyma)
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Fly Strike (Myiasis)
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Mange, Lice, Ticks
What to Do:
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Apply antifungal/antiseptic
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Remove maggots, use Cypermethrin spray
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Isolate infected sheep
๐ง 6. Notice Nervous Symptoms
How to Identify:
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Head tilting, circling
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Muscle tremors, convulsions
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Lambs unable to stand or walk properly
Possible Diseases:
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Listeriosis
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Swayback (Copper deficiency)
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Scrapie (prion disease)
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Tetanus
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Treat early with Penicillin, anti-inflammatory
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Inject Vitamin E + Selenium
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Keep shed clean, avoid silage spoilage
๐ 7. Watch Behavior & Appetite
How to Identify:
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Not eating
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Separating from flock
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Chewing movement stops
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Weak or collapsed suddenly
Possible Diseases:
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Enterotoxaemia
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Pregnancy Toxaemia
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Colic / Bloat
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HS / Anthrax
What to Do:
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Check temperature
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Give antitoxin / glucose
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Consult vet immediately
๐ผ 8. Check Lambs & Mothers Carefully
How to Identify:
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Lambs not suckling
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Swollen udder in ewe
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Diarrhea in newborns
Possible Diseases:
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Lamb Scours
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Mastitis
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Navel Ill
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White Muscle Disease
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Ensure colostrum in first 6 hrs
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Iodine navel dip
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Give Vit E/Selenium injection
๐ ️ BASIC DISEASE DETECTION KIT FOR FARMERS
| ✅ Tool | ๐ Use |
|---|---|
| FAMACHA Chart | Detect anemia from worms/flukes |
| Thermometer | Check fever (Normal: 38.5–40°C) |
| Ear Tag System | Identify individual sick/recovered animals |
| Sprays / Ointments | Skin infections, wounds, parasites |
| Health Register | Record treatments, symptoms, vaccine history |
๐ Weekly Routine to Catch Diseases Early
| ๐ Day | ๐ Check | ๐ก Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | Hooves, footbath | Prevent foot rot |
| Tuesday | FAMACHA + dung color | Detect worms, flukes |
| Wednesday | Eyes, nose, ears | Catch PPR, pneumonia |
| Thursday | Skin & coat condition | Check for ticks, mange |
| Friday | Feed intake & water behavior | Catch early digestive problems |
| Saturday | Lambs + ewes check | Colostrum, mastitis, weakness |
| Sunday | Rest + Health Log Update | Record symptoms, medicines given |
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<th>๐ฉบ Check Area</th>
<th>๐ง How to Identify</th>
<th>๐จ Likely Diseases</th>
<th>๐ What to Do</th>
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<td><strong>Eyes & Gums</strong></td>
<td>Pale eyelids or gums, slow movement, weak standing</td>
<td>Haemonchosis, Liver Fluke, Coccidiosis</td>
<td>Use FAMACHA, Deworm with Closantel or
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html<h2>๐ Tips to Identify All Common Sheep Diseases in India</h2>
<table border="1" cellpadding="10" cellspacing="0" style="border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;font-family:sans-serif;font-size:15px;">
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<th>๐ฉบ Check Area</th>
<th>๐ง How to Identify</th>
<th>๐จ Likely Diseases</th>
<th>๐ What to Do</th>
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<td><strong>Eyes & Gums</strong></td>
<td>Pale eyelids or gums, slow movement, weak standing</td>
<td>Haemonchosis, Liver Fluke, Coccidiosis</td>
<td>Use FAMACHA, Deworm with Closantel or Albendazole, Iron supplements</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Legs & Feet</strong></td>
<td>Limping, standing on 3 legs, swollen or foul-smelling hooves</td>
<td>Foot Rot, Bluetongue, Scald</td>
<td>Trim hooves, Zinc sulfate footbath, Oxytetracycline/penicillin injection</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Dung / Diarrhea</strong></td>
<td>Loose or bloody stools, scours in lambs, dehydration</td>
<td>Coccidiosis, Enterotoxaemia, Worms</td>
<td>Give electrolytes, Sulfa drugs (for Coccidiosis), Deworm</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Nose, Mouth & Face</strong></td>
<td>Nasal discharge, mouth ulcers, face swelling, red eyes</td>
<td>PPR, Sheep Pox, Blue Tongue, Pink Eye</td>
<td>Isolate, give fluids, antibiotics (Oxytetracycline), vaccinate</td>
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<td><strong>Skin & Wool</strong></td>
<td>Itching, hair loss, wounds, skin scabs, maggots</td>
<td>Ringworm, Orf, Fly Strike, External Parasites</td>
<td>Antifungal cream, Cypermethrin spray, isolate infected sheep</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Nervous Signs</strong></td>
<td>Head tilt, circling, tremors, convulsions, lambs weak</td>
<td>Listeriosis, Swayback, Scrapie, Tetanus</td>
<td>Penicillin, Vitamin E + Selenium, isolate, avoid spoiled silage</td>
</tr>
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<td><strong>Appetite & Behavior</strong></td>
<td>Not eating, standing alone, grinding teeth, sudden collapse</td>
<td>Enterotoxaemia, Pregnancy Toxaemia, Bloat, HS, Anthrax</td>
<td>Check temp, give glucose or antitoxin, call vet immediately</td>
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<td><strong>Lambs & Mothers</strong></td>
<td>Lamb not suckling, swollen udder, diarrhea in newborns</td>
<td>Scours, Mastitis, Navel Ill, White Muscle Disease</td>
<td>Ensure colostrum, clean lambing pen, give Selenium + Vit E injection</td>
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<p style="margin-top:20px;"><strong>๐ ️ Tip:</strong> Always keep a thermometer, FAMACHA chart, wound spray, dewormers, and electrolyte mix ready on the farm.</p>
<p><strong>๐ Weekly Watch:</strong> Monday – Foot, Tuesday – Worms, Wednesday – Nose, Thursday – Skin, Friday – Feed, Saturday – Lambs, Sunday – Health log.</p>
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Here is your MASTER LIST of ALL COMMON SHEEP DISEASES IN INDIA ๐ — now categorized season-wise (Summer, Monsoon, Winter, All-Season), including all major diseases with causes, key symptoms, and prevention/treatment tips.
This master list helps you create seasonal health calendars, vaccination schedules, and disease-awareness content for your Blogger, PDF, or poster guides.
๐☀️ SUMMER SEASON DISEASES (March to June)
| Disease Name | Cause/Agent | Key Symptoms | Prevention/Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| PPR (Goat Plague) | PPR virus (Morbillivirus) | Fever, nasal/mouth ulcers, diarrhea, high mortality | Vaccinate annually, isolate, fluids + antibiotics |
| Sheep Pox | Capripoxvirus | Skin nodules, fever, eye/nose discharge | Sheep pox vaccine, isolate infected sheep |
| Orf (Contagious Ecthyma) | Parapox virus | Scabs on lips, nose, teats | Antiseptic cream, live vaccine if endemic |
| Heat Stress / Stroke | High temperatures | Panting, open-mouth breathing, collapse | Provide shade, cool water, reduce travel |
| Fly Strike (Myiasis) | Blowfly larvae | Wounds with maggots, foul smell | Shearing, wound care, Cypermethrin spray |
| Ringworm (Fungal) | Trichophyton spp. | Circular hair loss, dry crusts | Antifungal creams, isolate, hygiene |
๐๐ง️ MONSOON SEASON DISEASES (July to October)
| Disease Name | Cause/Agent | Key Symptoms | Prevention/Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Foot Rot | Dichelobacter nodosus + moisture | Lameness, foul hoof smell | Zinc sulfate footbath, hoof trimming |
| Blue Tongue | Orbivirus (biting midges) | Face edema, lameness, tongue swelling | Vector control, isolate, symptomatic treatment |
| Haemorrhagic Septicaemia | Pasteurella multocida | Swollen neck, fever, sudden death | HS vaccine pre-monsoon, Oxytetracycline |
| Coccidiosis | Eimeria spp. (protozoa) | Bloody diarrhea, dehydration in young animals | Sulfa drugs, Amprolium, good hygiene |
| Liver Fluke (Fasciolosis) | Fasciola hepatica/gigantica | Bottle jaw, poor growth, pale mucosa | Triclabendazole, avoid wet grazing areas |
| External Parasites | Ticks, mites, lice | Itching, wounds, hair loss | Regular spraying (Cypermethrin, Ivermectin) |
| Anthrax (in endemic areas) | Bacillus anthracis | Sudden death, blood from openings | Annual vaccine, strict biosecurity |
๐❄️ WINTER SEASON DISEASES (November to February)
| Disease Name | Cause/Agent | Key Symptoms | Prevention/Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pneumonia | Bacterial or viral (Pasteurella) | Coughing, fever, nasal discharge | Keep warm, antibiotics (Oxytetracycline) |
| Listeriosis | Listeria monocytogenes | Head tilt, circling, fever | Penicillin, anti-inflammatories, avoid spoiled silage |
| Pregnancy Toxaemia | Energy deficiency (in late gestation) | Weakness, no appetite, tremors | High-energy feed, propylene glycol, glucose injection |
| White Muscle Disease | Vit E / Selenium deficiency | Weak lambs, muscle tremors | Selenium + Vit E injection in late pregnancy |
| Cold Stress in Lambs | Hypothermia | Shivering, weakness, death | Provide warm bedding, heat lamp, ensure colostrum |
| Tetanus (post-shearing, castration) | Clostridium tetani | Muscle rigidity, convulsions | Tetanus toxoid vaccine, use sterile tools |
๐๐ ALL-SEASON / ROUND-THE-YEAR DISEASES
| Disease Name | Cause/Agent | Key Symptoms | Prevention/Treatment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enterotoxaemia (Pulpy Kidney) | Clostridium perfringens Type D | Sudden death, convulsions, diarrhea | ET vaccine, avoid sudden diet change |
| Worm Infestations (Roundworms, Tapeworms) | Parasites | Weight loss, pot belly, diarrhea, bottle jaw | Deworming (Closantel, Albendazole), FEC testing |
| Mastitis | Bacteria (Staph/Strep) | Swollen udder, hot/painful, clotted milk | Antibiotics, NSAIDs, clean housing |
| Urinary Calculi | Mineral imbalance | Difficulty urinating, pain, bloat | Ammonium chloride, clean water, Ca:P balance |
| Caseous Lymphadenitis (CLA) | Corynebacterium pseudotuberculosis | Swollen pus-filled lymph nodes | Isolate, lance abscess, penicillin |
| Scrapie | Prion disease | Itching, loss of coordination, weight loss | No treatment, cull affected, report to vet authority |
| Johne’s Disease | Mycobacterium paratuberculosis | Chronic diarrhea, wasting, no response to treatment | No cure, test & cull, hygiene |
| Pink Eye (Keratoconjunctivitis) | Chlamydia / Mycoplasma | Eye discharge, redness, blindness | Oxytetracycline eye drops, isolate |
| Zinc / Copper Deficiency | Nutritional | Scaly skin, wool fall, poor appetite | Add mineral mixture in feed |
| Actinobacillosis / Wooden Tongue | Actinobacillus lignieresii | Swollen tongue, drooling, difficulty chewing | Sodium iodide, penicillin |
๐งญ Summary: Seasonal Disease Management Tips
| Season | Key Actions |
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| Summer | ✅ PPR & Pox vaccination ✅ Provide shade & water ✅ Fly control |
| Monsoon | ✅ Foot rot care ✅ Deworming ✅ Vector (midge/tick) control |
| Winter | ✅ Pneumonia control ✅ Nutritional support in pregnancy ✅ Warm shed |
| Year-round | ✅ FAMACHA scoring ✅ Monthly record keeping ✅ Strategic deworming |
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Great question — let me now cross-check the master list above and ensure no major sheep diseases in India are missing, season-wise or general. Here's a ✅ final audit + additions of any missed diseases or regional threats:
๐ Audit Results: What Was Already Covered
✅ Major infectious diseases like:
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PPR, Sheep Pox, Blue Tongue, Pneumonia, Enterotoxaemia
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Coccidiosis, Foot Rot, HS, Anthrax
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Orf, Scrapie, Johne’s, CLA
✅ All important nutritional/metabolic issues:
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Pregnancy Toxaemia, White Muscle Disease, Swayback
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Copper/Zinc Deficiency, Urinary Calculi
✅ Parasitic and skin-related:
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Liver Fluke, Haemonchus, Fly Strike, Mange, Lice, Ringworm
✅ Reproductive problems:
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Mastitis, Navel Ill, Weak Lamb Syndrome, Abortion (partial)
๐ ADDITIONS: Missed or Rare but Important Sheep Diseases in India
| Disease Name | Season | Cause/Agent | Key Symptoms | Prevention / Notes |
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| Toxoplasmosis | All-season | Toxoplasma gondii (protozoa) | Abortion, stillbirth, weak lambs | Clean feed, no cat access near pregnant sheep |
| Brucellosis (Sheep) | All-season | Brucella melitensis | Abortion storms, infertility | Regular testing, culling infected animals |
| Chlamydial Abortion (EAE) | Winter-Spring | Chlamydia abortus | Late-term abortion, retained placenta | Biosecurity, vaccination in endemic regions |
| Sarcoptic Mange | Winter | Sarcoptes scabiei mite | Intense itching, scabs, skin thickening | Ivermectin injectable |
| Oestrus Ovis (Nasal Bot Fly) | Monsoon | Fly larvae in nasal passages | Nasal discharge, sneezing, breathing difficulty | Ivermectin/closantel, control fly populations |
| Contagious Caprine Pleuropneumonia (CCPP) | Winter | Mycoplasma (may spread to sheep) | Respiratory distress, high fever | Rare in sheep but cross-risk in mixed flocks |
| Anaplasmosis (emerging) | Summer–Monsoon | Tick-borne bacteria (Anaplasma spp.) | Fever, jaundice, weakness | Tick control, oxytetracycline treatment |
| Caseous Pneumonia | Cold Season | Mannheimia haemolytica | Severe cough, high mortality in lambs | Keep lambing shed warm, avoid sudden chilling |
| Selenium Toxicity (rare) | Any (overdose) | Over-supplementation | Hair loss, lameness, cracked hooves | Controlled mineral feeding |
๐งฌ Other Conditions to Include for Educational Purposes
| Topic | Why Important | Prevention/Treatment |
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| Poisoning (Plant/Feed) | Accidental ingestion (e.g. castor, urea) | Avoid toxic plants, educate laborers |
| Stress-related Deaths | Transport, sudden feed changes | Use electrolytes, allow rest, gradual feed shift |
| Hernias / Prolapse | Seen in lambing or due to injury | Surgical correction if severe |
| Wool Break / Poor Coat | Nutritional or mineral imbalance | Balanced diet, deworming |
✅ Final Summary of What’s Now Fully Included:
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๐ฆ Viral: PPR, Sheep Pox, Orf, Blue Tongue, CCPP
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๐งซ Bacterial: HS, Pneumonia, Anthrax, CLA, Mastitis, Brucellosis
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๐งฌ Protozoal: Coccidiosis, Toxoplasmosis, Anaplasmosis
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๐ชฑ Parasitic: Internal worms, Liver Fluke, Nasal bot, Lice, Mange
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๐ฅฉ Nutritional/Metabolic: Toxaemia, Deficiencies, Bloat, Scours
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๐ง Zoonotic risk: Brucellosis, Orf, Anthrax
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๐งช Reproductive: Abortion diseases (EAE, Toxo, Brucella)
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๐ฟ Other: Heat stress, fly strike, skin infections, poisoning
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