Maul and claw disease: Brandenburg raises the alarm for animal owners!

Maul and claw disease: Brandenburg raises the alarm for animal owners!

Märkisch-Oderland, Brandenburg, Deutschland - in the Märkisch-Oderland district, Brandenburg, an outbreak of the mouth and claw disease (MKS) was found in an inventory of water buffalos. According to Kreiszeitung Wochenblatt , three animals are ill, which kills all animals of the existing protection for reasons. In response to this incident, the Lower Saxony Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Consumer Protection has called on claw -keeping companies as well as owners of new world camelids and wild rams to increased vigilance and strict compliance with organic safety measures.

Minister of Agriculture Miriam Staudte expressed concern about the MKS outbreak and emphasized the need for precautionary measures. It is recommended not to participate in hunts and events with animals in Brandenburg. Halter endangered animal species should also check and adhere to your organic security measures. The symptoms of the MKS include fever, increased salivation and reddened oral mucosa. Blisters on lips, gum, claws and teats are also possible. If you suspect, keepers should contact a veterinarian if suspected. Small ruminants in particular should be observed closely because they often show mild symptoms.

symptoms and risk groups

The symptoms of the MKS are similar to those of blue -tongue disease, which is why clarification examinations are also necessary here. Studies are currently underway to find out details about the extent of the plague. MKS is known as a highly contagious viral disease, which primarily affects the shoemen and Schwielensohler. Recommended animals include house and wild boars, cattle, sheep, goats, buffalo, wild rapid and giraffes, camels, hippos and elephants. For humans, however, the introduction of the MKS to Germany is not a danger because pasteurized milk or meat products are harmless.

In order to counteract a possible spread of the MKS, vaccination strategies were discussed. In this context, vetline pointed out that the development of vaccines and notick plans to combat potential outbreaks are of crucial importance. These measures could help protect the animal population and economic strength in affected regions.

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