Common Livestock Diseases

"Common Livestock Diseases" offers a comprehensive guide to the most significant health challenges facing modern animal agriculture. Covering cattle, swine, sheep, goats, poultry, and horses, this book provides a detailed look at each disease, exploring causes, symptoms, transmission, and prevention strategies. From highly contagious threats like Foot-and-Mouth Disease and African Swine Fever to persistent problems like Mastitis and Johne's Disease, each chapter provides practical knowledge for farmers, veterinarians, and anyone involved in animal husbandry. Beyond individual animal health, the book emphasizes the broader economic and zoonotic implications of these diseases, underscoring the vital link between animal welfare, food security, and public health.The book delves into the complexities of disease management, emphasizing the importance of biosecurity, surveillance, vaccination, and diagnostics. It explores the dynamics of pathogen transmission and the influence of environmental factors, stress, and host genetics on disease susceptibility. Practical strategies for prevention and control are discussed, including hygiene protocols, vaccination schedules, and treatment options, emphasizing responsible antibiotic use and the importance of working with veterinary professionals. "Common Livestock Diseases" equips readers with a foundational understanding to recognize potential problems, make informed decisions, and implement sound management practices for a healthier, more productive, and sustainable agricultural sector.Finally, the book concludes with a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance against the re-emergence of eradicated diseases, using the New World Screwworm as a case study. This chapter underscores the dynamic nature of pathogens and the need for continuous monitoring, international collaboration, and rapid response capabilities to prevent devastating economic and ecological consequences. The screwworm's story serves as a potent lesson applicable to all livestock diseases: victories against disease are rarely permanent without sustained commitment and proactive management.

• | Author: Eleanor Vance
• | Publisher: Independently Published
• | Publication Date: May 04, 2025
• | Number of Pages: 00266 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: NA
• | ISBN-13: 9798282471861