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Goat and Sheep annual Vaccinations #681917

Asked February 26, 2021, 2:37 PM EST

We have 5 Nigerian dwarf goats and 1 sheep. What annual vaccinations are recommended for them?

Jackson County Oregon

Expert Response

The core vaccine protocol for both sheep and goats is very simple. However, timing depends on previous vaccination history and whether you are breeding. The basic program is simply a CD&T vaccine annually. Young animals not previously vaccinated need an initial vaccination followed by a booster 3-4 weeks later. If you are breeding teh females should be vaccinated 4-5 weeks before giving birth. For babies born to vaccinated mothers the initial vacination can be delayed until 8 weeks of age. Babies born to unvaccinated mother should first be vaccinated at 1 week of age and repeat in 3-4 weeks. 

Other vaccines are only recommended on an as needed basis.

An Ask Extension Expert Replied March 01, 2021, 1:32 PM EST

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