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When a goat develops diarrhoea, many farmers immediately buy an antibiotic or copy the treatment used on another farm. The problem is that diarrhoea can have several causes, including sudden feed changes, parasites, infection, contaminated water or other digestive problems. One medicine cannot correctly treat every cause.
The immediate danger is often dehydration, especially in young goats. Look for weakness, reduced feeding, sunken eyes, a dry mouth, or an animal that separates from the group. Isolate the affected goat where possible, provide clean water, keep the pen dry, and record the goat’s age, recent feed changes, number of affected animals and appearance of the stool.
Avoid mixing several drugs or guessing the dose. Incorrect treatment can delay the right diagnosis, create drug resistance or harm the animal. A veterinary professional can use the history and examination to decide what is appropriate.
What is the first thing farmers in your area usually give a goat with diarrhoea?
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