From Diagnosis to Recovery: A Novel Integrated Approach to Managing Ovine Coccidiosis in Assorted Breeds of Rams | ||||
| SVU-International Journal of Veterinary Sciences | ||||
| Article 3, Volume 8, Issue 3 - Serial Number 25, September 2025, Page 26-36 PDF (626.55 K) | ||||
| Document Type: Case Report | ||||
| DOI: 10.21608/svu.2025.383045.1390 | ||||
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| Authors | ||||
Lawan Adamu   1; Yusuf Madaki Lekko2
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| 1University of Maiduguri | ||||
| 2Department of Veterinary Pathology | ||||
| Abstract | ||||
| Ovine coccidiosis, a debilitating parasitic disease caused by various species of the genus Eimeria, poses a persistent and formidable challenge in the realm of sheep husbandry. The impact of this disease is profound, resulting in substantial economic losses for farmers and significantly compromising the welfare of affected animals. This case report details a groundbreaking and comprehensive approach to tackling ovine coccidiosis across a diverse array of ram breeds. The strategy employs a combination of cutting-edge diagnostic techniques and carefully targeted therapeutic interventions, along with well-planned management practices tailored to the specific needs of different breeds. By utilizing fecal floatation technique, veterinarians were able to accurately identify the specific Eimeria species involved, ensuring that treatments were precision-targeted to effectively combat the infection. In conjunction with these diagnostics, pharmacological treatments were meticulously chosen based on their efficacy and the unique resilience of each breed, while optimized husbandry protocols further supported the health and recovery of the animals. The results of this integrated approach demonstrate a significant enhancement in disease mitigation and recovery rates of 85 (47.75%), effectively lowering mortality rates and boosting overall productivity within the flock. This holistic treatment strategy, which is sensitive to the breed-specific nuances, not only improves recovery outcomes but also sets a promising precedent for sustainable disease management in sheep farming. Ultimately, this innovative methodology serves as a replicable model, offering valuable insights for broader applications within the field of veterinary medicine, with the potential for transforming the management of similar parasitic diseases across various livestock populations. | ||||
| Keywords | ||||
| Ovine; Coccidiosis; Eimeria; treatment; diagnosis | ||||
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