Built on the Rock Farm of Naturally Raised Nigerian Dwarf Goats in Minnesota
ADGA/AGS Registered Nigerian Dwarf Goats in Minnesota MN
To declare the Lord is upright; He is my Rock and there is no unrighteousness in Him. Psalms 92:15
FAMACHA Score in Goats
FAMACHA scoring is a great way to check for anemia in your goats most often associated with a sever barberpole infestation. Following are several links explaining why, how to do score, and where to get your own score cards. This is something that is very important to learn while tending your herd and it could very well save your goats life.
Treatment for barberpole worms can be found here.
To treat anemia in your animal start the following protocol asap.
a. B-Complex injection: 1CC for ever 25lbs. Do this every 12 hours for 5 days then once a day for 9 more days.
b. Red Cell: 6CC for every 100 lb of body weight (do not copper bolus if giving Red Cell) for 5 days then once a week until full improvement
c. Nutridrench: 1 fluid ounce per 100 lb of body weight every 8 hours for 2-3 days. You can also use molasses with goat electrolytes if you do not have nutridrench.
How to check FAMACHA score, links about FAMACHA scoring, and where to get your own card.
HOW AND WHY TO DO FAMACHA SCORING.
ONLINE FAMACHA TRAINING (must complete to get your own card)
