WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. - Recent mild weather has set the stage for what could be a significant infestation of potentially deadly parasites in sheep and goats this spring, a Purdue Extension expert says.

When dealing with parasites in goats, one of the most frustrating scenarios is when a dewormer seems to fail. Before we dive into the reasons behind this, it’s essential to understand the basics of ...

If you asked what the top three challenges sheep and goat producers are facing, their response would be “parasites, parasites and parasites." It isn’t news to anyone that management of internal ...

It is not just the livestock and the grass that have been growing this spring in response to the un-Texas like rains. Parasites have been a major cause of death and disease in our small ruminants ...

A new guide developed by University of Missouri Extension and Lincoln University Extension offers insights into controlling gastrointestinal parasites in sheep and goats through forage-based ...

All goats are infected with internal parasites to some extent. It is difficult to measure the amount of damage they do because progressive weakness, loss of weight , impaired growth rate and general ...

Recent rains provided much-needed moisture to parched Arkansas pastures, and they now may experience a little growth. But, the wet weather also creates conditions favorable for internal parasites to ...

Cover; Title Page; Contents; Preface; Introduction; Section 1. Diagnostic Parasitology; Collection and Submission of Samples; Diagnostic Techniques; Microscopy ...

Daily observation helps catch goat illnesses before they worsen. Learn what changes in appetite, posture, and behavior to ...

FAMACHA Goat and Sheep Parasite Workshop — The Clemson Extension Service will offer a training course in FAMACHA scoring of goats and sheep. Internal parasites affecting goats and sheep have developed ...