Posted by GoatWorld on March 03, 2002 at 17:37:57:
In Reply to: Baby goats in critical condition any ideas would be great. posted by Karen on March 03, 2002 at 12:45:19:
Hi Karen,
Sounds like you are having the same miserable, bone-chilling weather we are having. From what I could tell from your message, the kids that you said are dying have diarrhea pretty bad and are dehydrated?
This really sounds like coccidiosis to me because that is one of the first signs, especially with the dehydration as well. There is of course always the possibility that the change in milk in causing this too but I'd really be inclined to start giving them Albon or CoRid (Amprolium). Try to limit the sugar intake as well - some of the "electrolyte" mixes contain sugar which I believe has been found to make the diarrhea worse.
I know this cold weather certainly takes its toll on the animals as well as us humans. Please keep us updated on the condition and I hope you are staying warm.
Best regards,
Gary