💈BARBERS POLE REMINDER 💈
Recently we have had warm conditions and showers of rain in the district, and following a feed pinch for many animals after the dry season. As a result we are seeing a number of sheep effected by haeumonchus contortus “barbers pole” including in adult ewes.
Below is a reminder of the signs of severe infection with this parasite;
🪱Lethargy and struggling to shift mobs due to a slow tail and sheep sitting down when pushed.
🪱Pale gums and whites of eyes (pictures attached)
🪱Poor growth or a bigger than average tail mob
🪱Death – mainly seen in young stock
🪱Bottle jaw – fluid pooling under the jaw (picture attached).
🪱Very high FEC especially in lambs.
Adult ewes with enough feed in front of them should be able to cope with a burden of barbers pole. If however ewes have been pushed harder than normal it’s worth keeping an eye out for signs, bringing in a FEC to the clinic, and calling us for advice if you are concerned your sheep may be showing symptoms.
To get in touch for enquires regarding Barbers Pole
Contact us by email or phone and we will point you in the right direction
📧 farmvet@keinzley.co.nz
📞 06 379 6528