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animals should be kept in quarantine away from your existing flock for 14 days, even if you bought them from someone you know and have a feeling that they are in good health because the sheep may be in the process of developing an illness unknown to the seller, breaking this rule can cost a lot of money. This way you not only protect your existing flock but you are given the chance to look for signs of illness.
7. The arrival of new sheep: As soon as you get them home, deworm them and again exactly 14 days later. If this is your first time, ask the seller to give you a hand and learn how it is done. On the same day trim their hooves if necessary and spray against foot rot – 10% zinc sulfate in water is very effective and does not stain wool. Once again ask the seller to give you a helping hand. Vaccination is another consideration, check to see if they have already been vaccinated or need vaccination or a booster, the seller should have records.
7. The arrival of new sheep: As soon as you get them home, deworm them and again exactly 14 days later. If this is your first time, ask the seller to give you a hand and learn how it is done. On the same day trim their hooves if necessary and spray against foot rot – 10% zinc sulfate in water is very effective and does not stain wool. Once again ask the seller to give you a helping hand. Vaccination is another consideration, check to see if they have already been vaccinated or need vaccination or a booster, the seller should have records.