This comprehensive book covers how to acquire a healthy flock, routine procedures to keep them healthy, common diseases, how to identify problems, how to deal with them, and when to consult the vet. Written by two qualified veterinary surgeons, each with extensive experience of running their own flocks, the clear, easy-to-follow style will enable the book to be used by all sheep keepers, from novices or amateurs with small flocks, to those with larger or pedigree flocks.

Lambing can be a challenging prospect, whether it s your first or your 31st season. This highly practical manual will take you through the periods approaching, during, and immediately after lambing. Advice is given on how to deal with a range of situations, including normal and malpresentations, the sick in-lamb ewe, abortion, pre- and post-lambing prolapses, the health of the newborn lamb, and problems and emergencies in the first few days. This authoritative and highly practical manual is suitable for agricultural students and shepherds alike, and contains easy-to-follow instructions...