Small Ruminants (Sheep & Goats)
Pregnancy Toxemia Monitoring Log
A log for monitoring late-pregnant ewes and does for pregnancy toxemia. Use it to catch animals going off feed and get help early. Fill in one row for each event and keep the sheet with your other farm records.
LogSmall Ruminants (Sheep & Goats)Free PDF
What you record on this log
- Date
- Animal ID
- Appetite
- Behavior
- Action
- Initials
How to use this log
A log is only useful if it is kept current, so keep it where the work happens and write the entry right away while the details are fresh.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with eXtension and USDA APHIS.
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