Ticks are bloodsuckers that also transmit serious diseases. Ticks can cause anaemia and loss of production. They thrive in tall grasses and brush filled areas, which is why most areas are experiencing heartwater at the moment. Ticks are picked as animals walk through pastures. Common ticks 1. Bont tick - Amblyomma - heartwater transmitting ticks, may also cause tick paralysis 2. Blue tick – Boophilus - Anaplasmosis transmitting ticks. This disease is characterized by weight loss, difficulty in breathing, abortion and death. Prevention 1. Cutting vegetation short around shelter areas. 2. Dipping all animals 3. Treating herd dogs for ticks and fleas. 4. Quarantine new addition of your herd for 3 weeks or more. 5. Physically inspect all animals on regular basis. How to inspect animals for tick infestation 1. Inspect ticks around eyes, ears, and head around horns, udder and other areas particularly exposed ones. 2. Run fingers through the animal, especially go
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