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Prolapses
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What is a prolapse?
A vaginal prolapse is a protrusion of the animal’s vagina through its vulva. If a ewe is going to prolapse, she will do so in the last month or so prior to lambing. When a ewe prolapses her vagina we use both a retainer and a harness.
Causes:
- Over conditioned (too fat)
- Carrying multiple lambs
- Poor quality feed (forces the ewe to eat more to get needed nutrition)
- Limited exercise
This happens in sheep but is possible with goats. Lack of treatment could result in the ewe’s inability to pass urine, which causes a host of other issues. If your animal has a prolapse or you suspect a prolapse, consult your veterinarian immediately.
Read more about how and when to use a prolapse harness & retainer.
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