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(ii) Open castration

A sharp knife used to cut open the scrotum and remove the

testes.

(iii) Use of a loop

An elastic rubber band is used to squeeze the testes until the

sperm cords and blood vessels die.

Diseases for Goats and Sheep

Diseases are caused by germs. There are four common groups

Groups of germs

1. Bacteria

2. Viruses

3. Fungi

4. Protozoa

1. Foot rot

It is caused by a bacterium

Signs and Symptoms
 Limping or lameness

 The hoof swells and pain the animal

 Hoofs develop pus and smell

Control and Treatment

 Cleanliness in the animal house

 Let animal soak their feet in antiseptic

 Trim the hoofs

 Treat with antibiotics

 Take sheep to dry pastures