Lagging ewe

[BrownSheep]

One of my ewes is apparently off a bit and spending a lot of time laying off by herself. She's utd on CDT. I noticed she was a little off when I went home his weekend but no body believed me. . Shes little thin but not terribly so. Any suggestions?

 

[RemudaOne]

Take her temperature and check to see if her breathing seems labored. If after running to get to feed behind the flock, notice whether or not her breathing is labored. If so, it could be pneumonia.

 

[BrownSheep]

They aren't getting supplemented and are still on pasture. It's more of she just stays put under the trees went the others go to the far field to eat. They don't have a thermometer. My sister will take care of her until she leaves forFFA Nationals on Monday. Inwont be able to go home for another week so it will be a while till I can access the situation.

 

[purplequeenvt]

Check temperature, eyelid color, and her feet.

 

[Cornish Heritage]

Is she pregnant?

Liz

 

[BrownSheep]

The rams been in since the last bit of August so I'm hoping so. I called this morning and apparently she's well enough they couldn't catch her. Wich is a big deal for this ewe. She's pretty lazy so most of the time she won't even bother running away. I suspect she may just be " annoyed " with some of the flock since she is the oldest in that field. I did suggest the check her eye lids if they catch her.

Thanks!

 

[Cornish Heritage]

How's she doing?

Liz

 

[BrownSheep]

Reportedly well, but I'll see for myself tomorrow.

 

[Cornish Heritage]

Good news Hope she "smiles" for you when you see her tomorrow!

Liz

 

[Bridgemoof]

Yes keep us posted!