Our Staff Resourse
This is staff resource (not to be distributed) to ensure our workplace is safe, and enjoyable place to work. Were a team and it's our collective responsibilty to ensure the animals an the milk they produce are kept in the best possible condition.
Animal Health
is everyone responsibility, if you see any animal displaying any of the below symptoms - tel or send a message with photo to the member of staff on duty who handles this area of the farm.
Quick links to common illness syptoms
Mastitis - Udder Infections
Brief Description
Mastitis is an inflammation of the udders, often caused by poor hygiene or trauma to the goat's skin. It can be caused by viral, bacterial, or fungal infections, though bacterial infections seem to be the most prevalent.
Treatment
Isolate the affected goat(s). If one or more of your goats has mastitis, you'll want to separate the affected goats from the rest of the herd, contact herd manager on duty.
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Symptoms
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Brief Description
What is it, and how is it caused.
Treatment
The first steps a staff member should take to reduce the risk of spreading, animal distress and end product contamination.
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