Friday, August 30, 2013

Weak Lamb At Birth - Karras Farm - Assaf Dairy Sheep

Weak Lamb at Birth


A lamb weakened by a by a protracted or difficult birth may be suffering from Anoxia (lack of oxygen) or have fluid in the lungs. The first few minutes are crucial to the lams survival. If the lamb gurgles with the first few breaths or has difficulty breathing, dry off the nose; grasp the lamb momentarily on the return end of the upswing with your free hand so the lamb is stopped abruptly in the vertical position. This accomplishes two things. The centrifugal force aids the movement of fluid from the lungs and the weight of the Viscera presses on the diaphragm causing a forced expiration. When you catch the lamb on the upswing, the weight of the Viscera falls in the opposite direction causing a forced inspiration. Normally two or three swings will get the vitals performing normally. If the heart is beating and the lamb is still not breathing after this exercise, artificial respiration is mandatory. Grasp the lamb by the nose so your thumb and fingers are slightly above the nostrils and respirate until you see the chest expand. Repeat this procedure until the lamb begins breathing. Please be cautious not to blow too hard as the labs lungs are quite small and can be ruptured by excessive pressure. If your attempts are still unsuccessful sometimes a cold water shock treatment will do the trick. Dunk the lamb in cold water, such as a drinking trough. The shock may cause the lamb to gasp and start breathing. Sometimes a finger inserted gently down the throat will stimulate a coughing reflex and get things going. After the lamb starts to breath, be sure to keep it warm and have it checked by a livestock veterinarian asap. 

Sincerely,
Andy Karras
http://karrasfarm.com
http://eastfriesiansheep.com
http://awassisheep.com
karrasfarm@gmail.com


Assaf Ram - F1 50/50 cross 

Assaf Ram - F1 50/50 cross


Monday, August 12, 2013

Awassi Sheep and Assaf Sheep livestock in the USA - Karras Farm

It's been a busy summer at Karras Farm and we are learning more every day on the characteristics of these amazing Awassi Sheep. Their hearty nature and sound genetic makeup make for a wonderful combination. We are seeing some fantastic milk production from the Awassi and Assaf sheep and we are happy to answer any questions you may have. Please feel free to call Karras Farm if we can assist you in any way. If you have questions or concerns with your current sheep, we are happy to offer advice. If you would liek to inquire about Awassi and Assaf sheep availability we will gladly get you that information.


Below you will see the new and improved Karras Farm logo featuring the Awassi Sheep.

We have Karras Farm T-Shirts available too and invite you to see them on our facebook page if you're interested. http://facebook.com/karrasfarm

Thank all of you so much for making Karras Farm a dairy sheep leader in the United States.

Sincerely,

Andy Karras - Owner
http://karrasfarm.com
http://eastfriesiansheep.com
http://awassisheep.com
karrasfarm@gmail.com


awassi sheep logo for karras farm

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