FOOT ROOT

 

FOOT ROT

Occurs in cows and sheep in muddy/moist areas.

Etiology:

Spherophorus necrophorus is causative agent. Which is gram negative bacteria.

Ways of spread:

Wounds on the upper parts of hooves. To keeps the limbs in water or mud for long time.

Symptoms:

• Wounds between the hooves
• Pus formation on affected area
• Hyperthermia
• Reduced milk yield in females
• Difficulty in walking

Diagnosis:

By signs and symptoms. Differentiate it with FMD by symptoms

Treatment:

• Give broad spectrum antibiotics along with analgesics and b-complex inj. Parentally
• Wash the affected area with antiseptic solution regularly till recovery.