Sheep and goats are farmed worldwide for meat, milk, skins and wool. This
diverse range of uses means that many people rely on these animals as a source
of income, food and warm clothing, though they can also be kept as pets. With an
accessible structure designed for use in the field, this book provides a general
veterinary guide to treating common conditions in these animals. It addresses
veterinary medicines and their uses, on-site surgery, equipment, normal values
and vital signs, vaccination, nutrition, dental treatment, poisoning and
dermatology. Worldwide disease conditions are also covered in detail, with a
particular focus on the welfare of the animal and