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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR ADVERTISING INFORMATION volume 3 issue 4
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ARTICLES Preventing & Treating Fungus By Robyn Scherer-Carlson, M.Agr.
Value of Dogs in Wether Projects By Crystal Emsoff
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About the Cover Congratulations to Preston Forsee, who had the Grand Champion Market Goat, and to Kasey Craig, who had the Grand Champion Market Lamb at the 2017 Kentucky State Fair, held in Louisville, KY. Photos by: AgriExposure Courtesy of: Kentucky State Fair
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CELEBRATE YOUR SUCCESS As the jackpot season winds down, many of you have now found success at your county and state fairs. Congratulations! I love seeing all the photos from your shows. Sometimes when you get to the end of the season, it is easy to dwell on the "what-ifs," instead of your success. Maybe you did not win as many shows as you wanted, but you improved as a showman. Perhaps you felt like a judge was unfair, but you learned that you cannot control every situation. There are a lot of things that can happen in a show season. A wether (or you as an exhibitor) can get sick, the weather can be too hot, or your wether does not perform how you hoped. The key is to learn what you can from every experience. Remember to celebrate your successes throughout the year, no matter how small they may be. Every day is a gift! Sincerely,
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PREVENTING AND TREATING FUNGUS IN SHOW WETHERS
Story & photo by Robyn Scherer-Carlson, M.Agr.
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HOW SHOULD YOU HANDLE THIS SKIN DISEASE? F
ungus is a major issue in show wethers, though it is seen more in sheep than in goats. Also known as Club Lamb Fungus or ringworm, this disease has been around since 1989. It is highly contagious and can also affect humans. This fungus is present all over the United States, in any place that sheep and goats are shown. Causes The fungi Microsporum and Trichophyton are the most common culprits. The fungus invades the hair or wool follicles, causing a lesion. The lesion can then allow for a secondary bacterial infection to set in. Unfortunately, the fungus spores remain viable for several years, even without a host. Usually the fungus is spread through direct contact. This can be through fence-line contact, clippers, brushes, pens, other equipment or even from a judge handling animals. It can also result from the pens an animal is in, especially if there is wood in the pen. Since wood is a porous surface, it allows a place for the spores to sit and wait for their next host. Old bedding in a pen can also house the fungus, as can soil or manure. Slick shorn animals (such as show wethers) are more susceptible to this disease. The hair/wool on an animal works as a natural defense, so when this is taken off, it makes the animal more vulnerable. The oil in the skin also helps to protect the animal. Nicks and
cuts from shearing allow a place for the fungus to enter the skin. Showing an animal often, as many show wethers are, makes them more susceptible to this disease because the immune system is stressed from traveling. Diagnosis The best way to diagnose fungus is to look at the affected animal’s hide. Lesions will appear one to four weeks after exposure and are usually up to two inches in diameter. They can appear anywhere on the body. However, the head, neck and back are
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the most common places where fungus appears. The lesion will start out looking like a pustule. It may then have discharge or bleeding and as it flakes, it will look more like an open lesion. As it heals, it will scab over. It is contagious at all stages. On sheep that have not been shorn, it may look like lumpy or clumped wool. Goats usually have hair short enough that the lesion can be seen even when not shorn. Treatment Treatment for ringworm is pretty simple. The lesions should be washed with soap and water, and then the area should be treated with iodine mixed with baby oil, sulfur lime dip, chlorohexidine solution, athlete’s foot spray or over-the-counter antifungal medications. Blue Star Ointment can also be used. Just make sure not to use systemic antifungal products as they are not approved for use in food animals. Treatment should be done every day until the lesion heals. The lesion will eventually regrow hair, and the animal will then be completed treated.
occurring. This includes cleaning and sterilizing equipment with an antifungal agent, carefully shearing animals to avoid nicks and cuts, and moisturizing after washing wethers. Equipment shared between show animals and breeding animals should be carefully cleaned and disinfected to prevent exposure to the breeding herd. Any new animals brought to the farm should be quarantined for a month, in case they develop lesions after coming home. Pens should be disinfected with an antifungal agent such as bleach or chlorohexidine. This should be done at least between every new set of animals, and at least once a month for the duration of the show season.
It is important to protect yourself when treating fungus because it is zoonotic, meaning humans can get it from an animal. Long pants, long sleeve shirts, closed toed shoes and rubber gloves should be worn. Even with these precautions, clothes should be washed immediately after treatment and hands should be washed thoroughly. Prevention Proper management practices are the best way to prevent this disease from 8 - The Show Wether
Fungus presents itself as a lesion on the hide of the animal. This could be easily mistaken for a sore. Photo by Crystal Emsoff.
Animals that are exhibiting signs of infection should be left at home, no matter how competitive the wethers may be. It is unfair to other exhibitors at a show to be exposed to an animal that has a disease. Most shows will check for these issues, but not all do, so it is up to the exhibitor to be responsible. Making sure to not bring the fungus home is very important as well. Showing out of a trailer while at the show instead of in assigned pens can help, if that is an option. Wethers should be cleaned before they are loaded on the trailer to leave the fairgrounds to go home. Legs that have been fitted should be broken down first,
which means to use a product that will break down and clean off any products that were used. The wether should then be completely washed with an antifungal shampoo. Many times a lime dip, an iodine spray or a chlorohexidine spray is used as well. The lime dip or iodine spray may stain the wool or hide of the animal, although it is usually just absorbed. It is then very important to get the animal dry. A wet hide is a great place for fungus to grow. Once the animal is dried, a blanket can then be placed on the wether. When you get home, wash the goat blankets and halters and disinfect any equipment that was used at the show. In general, sheep blankets should only be washed once a year. This is because the blanket will build up lanolin, which is important in protecting the hide of a sheep. When the wethers get home, they can be turned back into their pens. They should be checked at a minimum on a weekly basis for any spots or lesions that may show up. It is much easier to treat fungus when detected early. Early treatment can prevent hair loss from occurring. Pens should be cleaned weekly at home as well, as good hygiene is important to preventing fungus issues from flaring up. The more you show wethers, the more likely you are to deal with fungus at some time in your show career. Practicing prevention and knowing how to treat fungus if it does show up is valuable to any showman.
Treatment after four days with a lime sulfur dip swabbed on full strength, and then covered with Blue Star Ointment. Photo by Crystal Emsoff. 9 - The Show Wether
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Breeding shows - Many local shows do not offer breeding shows. Many exhibitors have their own breeding animals, and this is a great chance to showcase those as well!
Strong competition - For states without a large livestock show, state fair is usually the largest show in the state, which means the strongest competition. This gives the winner great pride!
Carnival - Spend some time blowing off some energy at the carnival. Carnival rides offer lots of opportunities to enjoy the fair.
Opportunity to interact with the public - Few shows give exhibitors the opportunity to interact with the public like a state fair does. Teaching those who do not understand your project about agriculture is important! Food - State fairs always have a wide variety of foods (including those on a stick). Taking in the fun cuisine is always a hit.
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VALUE OF DOGS IN WETHER PROJECTS Story & photo by Crystal Emsoff
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his is the first article of a two-part series covering the value of dogs in wether projects. In this first article we will cover the use of livestock guardian dogs. The next article will cover herding and track dogs. Why discuss dogs in a magazine dedicated to wethers? Specialized breeds of dogs have lightened the workload of shepherds for hundreds of years. Livestock guardian dogs (LGDs) have been used throughout Europe since ancient times to protect sheep and goats from predators. Today shepherds in the United States are utilizing LGDs to protect their livestock from predators and stray dogs, as well as ill-intentioned human. Not just any dog can perform the task of LGD. The job requires a very unique set of traits that few dogs possess. On one hand, the dog needs to be aggressive and fearless enough to take on formitable predators, yet on the other hand be gentle enough to be trustworthy with the smallest of lambs or goat kids. It must be independent enough to work without the constant
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guidance of the shepherd, but social enough to seek the company of the livestock it is protecting. It must be large and strong enough to take on a predator, but agile enough to run and maneuver swiftly. Many breeds have a few of these traits but only a small handful have them all. These are genetic traits that have been carefully bred into the LGD breeds for hundreds of years. They are not characteristics that can be trained into individual dogs of other breeds. Following is a short list of the most common LGD breeds in the United States: Great Pyrenees Anatolian Shepherd Maremma Akbash Central Asian Shepherd Komondor Sarplaninac Karakachan Polish Tatra Other breeds of LGD are rare in this country. In addition, crosses between two or more LGD breeds usually make excellent guardians provided both/ all breeds use in the cross are LGD breeds. Do not fall for, for example, a Great Pyrenees x Border Collie cross. While unfortunately common on farms, these crosses will likely have the urge to chase and bite livestock, combined with the large size of the LGD – a potentially deadly combination for your sheep or goats. Other non-LGD crosses may have too much or not enough
aggression or may be too people oriented to work independently. Now let’s consider if a LGD is right for you. Many people initially worry if a LGD will be safe with children. Remember that these dogs are used to guard tiny newborn lambs and goats. While all dogs should be supervised around children, LGDs are inherently patient with and protective of creatures they view as vulnerable, including young children. LGDs however, can be challenging in other ways. They are often described as stubborn. Because they have been bred to guard on their own, they are very independent and interpret commands in the context of duty. They may or may not obey depending on their mood. This does not mean they are unruly. They are generally quite mellow, but
they are not the most obedient dogs. Next, they bark. A lot. And especially at night. Barking is a huge part of how they perform their guarding duties. Most owners get used to this deep barking and even find it comforting, letting them know their dogs are doing their job. Unfortunately, nearby neighbors may be less understanding. If you live on smaller acreage or otherwise have neighbors who will be intolerant of nighttime barking, you may have to reconsider getting a LGD. Another challenge to be aware of is that LGDs tend to work large territories and are often talented escape artists. Properly raising the dog to form a strong bond to your sheep or goats will go a long way in reducing the urge to roam, but unless you have a very large property, excellent fences are a
Not just any dog can perform the task of LGD. The job requires a very unique set of traits that few dogs possess.
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must to keep the dog from expanding his territory beyond your own property. Four foot tall field fence topped with barbed wire or preferably electric wire is ideal. Another strand along the bottom may be necessary to prevent digging. Finally, young LGDs require proper raising and training. It is imperative that a puppy be raised 24/7 with the livestock it will be protecting. The period between eight and 16 weeks of age is critical for the pup to form a strong bond to the stock. Somewhere between the ages of four and nine months, many young dogs go through an obnoxious adolescent phase, roughhousing with the stock, chasing them and chewing on ears or legs. This behavior can be corrected with patient supervison and the vast majority outgrown this phase by 12 to 18 months. Training a LGD is beyond the scope of this article, but there are excellent books on this topic and a good LGD breeder should be willing to offer support as well for any puppies they sell. With all the challenges of owning a
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LGD, what are the benefits? PROTECTION. These dogs are extremely effective at reducing losses of sheep and goats to predators and stray dogs. Most LGD users, even those who have historically suffered large losses, will tell you that their dogs, once fully mature, have successfully managed to completely eliminate all predation on their farms. Aside from the tangible benefit of preventing financial loss, many report an intangible benefit of peace of mind. LGD users sleep better at night knowing their livestock are safe under the devoted, watchful eye of their faithful canine protector. Ultimately, every situation is different. If you are just raising market wethers for a few months out of the year in your backyard, a LGD is probably not necessary or ideal. A good, solid fence may well provide all the protection they need. However, if you have flock of sheep or herd of goats that you keep year-round on 10+ acres, LGDs may provide the protection your animals need.
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