What is Multivax P Plus?
For the active immunization of sheep as an aid in the control of lamb dysentery, pulpy kidney, tetanus, blackleg, clostridial metritis (malignant oedema of the uterus), bloodgut and infections caused by Clostridium novyi type B. FOR ANIMAL USE ONLY. MULTIVAX-P PLUS. Reg.
How do you administer Multivax P?
Administration is by subcutaneous injection in the loose skin on the side of the upper neck, observing aseptic precautions. Syringes and needles should be from gamma irradiated packs or freshly sterilised by boiling for at least 20 minutes. No alcohol or other disinfectants should be used for sterilisation.
Which vaccine is best for goats?
Recommended Vaccination The vaccine commonly known as “CDT” or “CD” is a vaccination for Clostridium perfringens type C + D and tetanus. This is the vaccine that everyone raising goats should use.
When do you give goats CDT?
For properly vaccinated babies, he recommends administering the CDT vaccine at about 8-12 weeks of age. If the ewe or doe was properly vaccinated, her colostrum will provide good protection up to that point. The timing should also be 1-2 weeks prior to castrating or docking.
Can you vaccinate pregnant ewes?
The vaccine can be administered in lambs from 2 days of age but is usually administered at marking (it takes 2 weeks before protection is established). NOTE: pregnant ewes should not be vaccinated within 6 weeks of lambing. sheep destined for the live sheep export market must be vaccinated against scabby mouth.
How often should I vaccinate my sheep?
After these two initial doses the majority of vaccines require an annual booster (unless pulpy kidney is an issue). It is a good idea to time this annual booster in your ewe flock 4-6 weeks prior to lambing to obtain optimal levels of maternal antibodies in colostrum to help protect lambs prior to first vaccines.
When is the best time to vaccinate sheep?
Lambs should be vaccinated when around one month of age. A booster may be administered two to three months later.
How often do sheep need to be vaccinated?
Adult sheep vaccinated as lambs require an annual booster. Introduced adult sheep with no vaccination history must be given 2 vaccinations 4 to 6 weeks apart, then an annual booster. The annual booster for ewes should be given 2 to 6 weeks pre-lambing.
How often do you Deworm goats?
Deworm every 4-6 weeks through September. Change to clean pasture at each deworming. Trim feet.
How much CDT do you give a goat?
The dosage for CDT is 2ml for adults or kids. It’s not uncommon for an abscess to develop at a CDT injection site. Therefore, the armpit (region behind the base of the front legs) is often the preferred site for CDT vaccinations. Always use a new needle to vaccinate each goat to prevent disease.
Where do you give a goat CDT vaccine?
The CDT vaccine is administered subcutaneously (under the skin) by pulling up a handful of skin to make a “tent,” and sliding the needle into the base of the tent and pressing the plunger. Subcutaneously injections can be given high in the neck, in the axilla (arm pit) region, or over the ribs.