Animal Pests and Diseases
A disease can simply be defined or described as any change in the normal function or well-being of farm animals caused by other organisms. Disease symptoms are indications of the presence of abnormal conditions in an animal.
Organisms that Cause Diseases in Farm Animals
- Bacteria
- Virus
- Protozoa
- Worms
- Fungi
Symptoms of Animal Diseases
- Stunted growth
- Rise in temperature
- Abortion
- Reduced food utilization
- Anemia
- Sores and exudates from the skin
- Loss of weight
- Loss of hair
- Loss of appetite
- Enlarged udder
- Stained blood
Modes of Transmission of Disease-Causing Organisms
- By air
- By water
- By direct contact with organisms
- Fomite
Common Diseases of Farm Animals
- Anthrax
- Typhoid
- Ringworm
- Cowpox
- Brucellosis
- Newcastle Disease
- Bird Flu
- Rinderpest or cattle plague
- Aspergillosis
- Bloat
- Coccidiosis
Prevention and Control of Farm Animal Diseases
- Only bring clean and healthy animals into the herd.
- Ensure lots are drained to make them dry and free from stagnant water.
- Isolate farm animals with contagious diseases.
- Prevent animals from lying on cold water.
- Regularly test farm animals for brucellosis, tuberculosis, and other diseases.
- Seek advice from veterinary medicine professionals.
- Regularly disinfect housing and equipment.
- Spray newly acquired animals with insecticides to control lice, and check for internal parasites in infected animals.
- Use recommended insecticides and application methods for parasite control.
- Vaccinate all farm animals against common local diseases as a preventive measure.
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