Outbreak of psoroptic mange in cattle.
A severe outbreak of psoroptic mange in beef cattle is described. Up to half the animals in some groups were extensively affected and debilitated. Performance was poor with days to slaughter weight increased. Ivermectin was the most effective form of treatment. The possible origin of the infestation and the ways of controlling the condition are discussed.
D000818:Animals; D002417:Cattle; D002418:Cattle Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000453:epidemiology* / Q000473:pathology; D004196:Disease Outbreaks / Q000662:veterinary; D007306:Insecticides; D007559:Ivermectin; D007783:Lactones; D008924:Mite Infestations / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000473:pathology / Q000662:veterinary*; D012606:Scotland
D007306:Insecticides; D007783:Lactones; D007559:Ivermectin