Lamb wool loss on eyes and ears

[Danner]

I have a lamb that has lost wool on ears and around eyes. It has been fairly rapid (2-3 days). This lamb was recently treated 3 weeks ago for parasites due to anemia.Any ideas as to cause and treating? Thanks

 

[Sheepshape]

Ectoparasites are the most common cause....any other sheep affected? Ringworm, scab, lice most common causes.

Anaemia itself can make animals a bit itchy at times, but it usually doesn't look like these discrete patches of wool loss. Take a close look to see if you can see lice/louse faeces. Skin scrapings will confirm scab (vet examines under the microscope). Ringworm usually has fairly discrete patches with a margin.

 

[Danner]

Thanks for the reply, Sheepshape. No other sheep affected. I did not see any lice poop. You might be right about the ringworm. I am going to isolate him and use a spray to see if it helps.