3 vaccination tools to protect your herds against bluetongue disease

What is Bluetongue and Why Vaccinate Your Sheep and Cattle Herds?

The bluetongue disease (BTV), also known as blue tongue disease, is a viral disease that primarily affects domestic ruminants. It impacts sheep and cattle as well as goats, camelids, and some wild species. This infection is transmitted by biting insects (Culicoides) and varies according to the virus serotype (24 identified to date).

In sheep, which are very sensitive, morbidity can reach 100% without sanitary control or vaccination. This is why vaccinating sheep and cattle herds remains the only effective method to limit the spread of BTV.

Symptoms of Bluetongue Disease in Sheep

In sheep, the signs are severe: weight loss, decreased wool production, excessive salivation, swelling of the head and tongue, blue coloration of the tongue, and a high risk of mortality.

Cattle are often carriers without displaying visible clinical signs, but certain strains may cause symptoms.

Why is Vaccination Mandatory?

Bluetongue is classified among the notifiable diseases by the OIE. The mandatory vaccination of sheep and cattle aims to protect herds and limit economic losses: export bans, movement restrictions, and loss of productivity.

Injection Equipment for Livestock: Essential Equipment for Effective Vaccination

To ensure effective vaccination, the use of suitable equipment is essential. Here are the main tools to vaccinate your animals against BTV.

Veterinary Syringes and Needles: Basic Equipment for Vaccination

Syringes and needles for sheep and cattle allow subcutaneous or intramuscular administration of vaccines. Graduated syringes ensure precise and safe dosing. Choosing needles with an appropriate diameter and length is crucial to minimize stress and ensure the effectiveness of the injection.

Vaccination Gun for Sheep and Cattle: For Effective Mass Vaccination

The vaccination gun for sheep and cattle is ideal for large farms. Ergonomic and fast, it facilitates the vaccination of a large number of animals while reducing the farmer's fatigue. Some models offer precise dosage adjustment for more effective vaccination campaigns.

Revolver Syringe: A Robust Tool for Sheep and Cattle

The revolver syringe is a reliable and robust tool, ideal for farmers who perform numerous vaccinations. It is comfortable to handle and allows for repeated injections, perfectly suited for vaccination campaigns of sheep and cattle.

Want to Know More About the Equipment Needed to Vaccinate Your Farm Animals?

Terwagne Élevage offers a wide range of vaccination equipment for sheep, cattle, and other ruminants: syringes, needles, vaccination guns, revolver syringes, and other essential tools to effectively protect your herds.

Our advisors are available to guide you in the Selection of equipment suited to your livestock farming. Contact us via our form or by phone to benefit from personalized support.