Severe Inflammatory Orf Infection in Fancy Shami Goats in Saudi Arabia

(Fadel Bin Mohammed Al Hawsawi)

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Abstract

A flock of fancy shami goats was hit with a very severe orf infection The affected animals showed massive swollen and inflammation of the mouth cavity. The morbidity rate was 86% with no fatality cases among the affected animals. The causative agent was isolated and identified and successful reproduction of the disease on two Ardy goats was obtained. Preventive measures for control of the disease are discussed.
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