[Jacob-list] Ram Overdosed on Corn

[Linda]

That was just a quote from a vet site. I didn't write it :-) I've been 
fortunate in never having to deal with acidiosis, but if I do, the 
mineral oil sounds like a good idea.

ARTHUR PARTRIDGE wrote:

>> If sheep do get acidosis, the best treatment is to try to neutralize the 

>> acid in the rumen. This is done with baking soda diluted with water and 

>> physically drenching the sheep or the free choice feeding of it (if they 

>> will eat it). Also, treating the sheep with an anti-inflammatory agent 

>> (banamine or aspirin) will help reduce fever and founder problems. 

>> Treating them with an antibiotic is also recommended.

>>     

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> All true, except I was advised to mix mineral oil with the baking soda;

> although Linda did write to dilute the baking soda with water.  That is

> probably fine.  The mineral oil protects the innards from the strong

> chemical reaction of the baking soda with the acid in the rumen.   Just

> plain, undiluted baking soda causes problems.  Also start feeding lots of

> grass hay.  Perhaps giving some goat yogurt with active cultures would help

> too. 

> Cathy

> Moscow, Idaho

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