Principles of Goat Disease and Prevention

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The book begins with the fundamentals of goat husbandry, nutrition, handling, and clinical examination before progressing through infectious, parasitic, metabolic, nutritional, genetic, and toxic diseases. Each condition is discussed in a structured format, covering etiology, pathogenesis, clinical signs, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, and control. Special emphasis is placed on antimicrobial resistance, disease surveillance, and modern preventive strategies to improve herd health and productivity.

The book covers topics including:

• Introduction to goat medicine
• Nutrition and management of goats
• Handling and restraint techniques
• Clinical examination
• Collection and transport of diagnostic samples
• Parasitic diseases
• Mycoplasma, rickettsial, and chlamydial diseases
• Bacterial diseases
• Fungal diseases
• Viral diseases
• Transboundary and emerging diseases
• Production diseases
• Toxicology and poisoning
• Genetic diseases
• Protozoal diseases
• Metabolic disorders
• Nutritional deficiency diseases
• Diagnostic techniques
• Pain management following surgery and lameness
• Antimicrobial resistance in goat production
• Disease prevention and biosecurity
• Herd health management
• Multiple-choice review questions

Combining practical clinical guidance with current scientific knowledge, this reference helps readers recognize disease patterns, establish accurate diagnoses, implement effective treatment protocols, and develop preventive herd health programs. It is equally valuable as a teaching resource and as a practical reference for everyday veterinary practice.

Who is this book for?

• Large animal veterinarians
• Mixed animal practitioners
• Veterinary students
• Postgraduate veterinary students
• Researchers in ruminant medicine
• Goat producers
• Livestock health professionals