[Jacob-list] wounds from dog bite

[Neal and Louise Grose]

Lanolin from the wool and skin is one of the best healing agents available. It is the reason most shearing cuts heal well without further care.

The real danger at this point may be shock which can lead to acidosis. Keep an eye on her feed and water consumption. If she doesn't eat in the next 12 hours, act quickly. Check with a vet, and it wouldn't be a bad idea to drench her with warm water and a some pancake syrup.

Neal Grose
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  From: redwoodshop at comcast.net 
  To: jacob-list at jacobsheep.com 
  Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2007 3:11 PM
  Subject: [Jacob-list] wounds from dog bite


  THis is my first submission to jacob-list, but I have been reading the submissions for about a year. Hello to everyone.

  Now straight to the problem. I have a young ewe that has several wounds from a dog attack. None of the wounds require emergency veterinary care. I have clipped the wool around the wounds and am keeping them clean. Many people have given me advice as to what products to use. I have peroxide, scarlet oil, and also a spray to clean the wound and keep the flies away I am not in the barn right now so I can not recall the name. I would be happy to get the impute for other jacob listers as to what works, doesn't work etc.

  SHe is drinking water, not eating right now. She has been vaccinated for tetanus and I have penicillin G. I have isolated her in a clean cool area. ANy additional information would be appreciated.
  Linda


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