Bovine and Caprine Health Conditions and Diseases

Bovine Leukocyte Adhesion Deficiency (BLAD) (DISORDER)

genetic disorder leading to an inability to fight infections due to defective leukocyte function. This condition results in increased susceptibility to infections as leukocytes cannot adhere properly to pathogens.

Bovine Syndactylism (Mule Foot) (DISORDER)

A condition where cloven hooves do not develop properly, leading to structural support issues and a high mortality rate in affected animals.

Bovine Multi Limber Legs (DISORDER)

Characterized by incompletely formed muscles, ligaments, joints, and tendons, this condition can severely affect mobility and overall health.

Bovine Anthrax (BACTERIAL)

A zoonotic disease caused by Bacillus anthracis, characterized by respiratory symptoms, high fever, and rapid mortality. Vaccination is crucial in endemic areas.

Bovine Clostridial Diseases (BACTERIAL)

Includes several conditions such as Blackleg and Malignant Edema, which are caused by Clostridium species. These diseases often present with severe symptoms like muscle swelling and bleeding from orifices, and prevention is typically through vaccination.

Bovine Brucellosis (Bang's Disease) (BACTERIAL)

A zoonotic disease that can cause undulating fever in humans and abortion in cattle, particularly in the fifth month of pregnancy.

Bovine Anaplasmosis (PROTOZOL & VIRAL)

A protozoal disease transmitted by ticks, leading to the destruction of red blood cells and resulting in jaundice and abortion.

Bovine Foot and Mouth Disease (PROTOZOL & VIRAL)

A highly contagious viral disease that causes ulcers in the mouth and on the feet, often necessitating herd culling to prevent outbreaks.

Bovine Viral Diarrhea (BVD) (PROTOZOL & VIRAL)

A viral infection that can cause severe diarrhea and abortion, included in core vaccination programs.

Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (Mad Cow Disease) (MISCELLANEOUS)

A prion disease that leads to neurological degeneration and is associated with the consumption of infected feed.

Bovine Lumpy Jaw (Actinomycosis) (MISCELLANEOUS)

A bacterial infection that causes swelling in the jawbone, often due to puncture wounds from sharp objects.

Bovine Leptospirosis (MISCELLANEOUS)

A bacterial infection transmitted through urine, affecting multiple organ systems and causing jaundice and reproductive issues.

Caprine Listeriosis (BACTERIAL & VIRAL)

Caused by Listeria monocytogenes, this disease can lead to encephalitis and paralysis of cranial nerves, often linked to contaminated feed.

Caprine Arthritis Encephalitis (CAE) (BACTERIAL & VIRAL)

A viral disease that affects the joints and nervous system, leading to significant health issues in goats.

Caprine Chlamydial Abortion: (BACTERIAL & VIRAL)

Caused by Chlamydia psittaci, this condition can lead to abortion in late pregnancy and is preventable with vaccination.

Caprine Scrapie (MISCELLANEOUS)

A transmissible spongiform encephalopathy in goats, characterized by pruritis and neurological symptoms, not transmissible to humans but serious in livestock.

Caprine Ecthyma (MISCELLANEOUS)

A zoonotic viral infection causing sores on the mouth and udder, which can be transmitted to humans.

Caprine Blue Tongue (MISCELLANEOUS)

A viral disease affecting sheep and goats, characterized by swelling and discoloration of the tongue, transmitted by biting midges.