@gokefarms: CHECK THE LOWER EYELID OF YOUR RUMINANTS — IT CAN TELL YOU A LOT! One simple routine every sheep and goat farmer should adopt is checking the lower eyelid color of their animals. Why? Because pale eyelids can be an early warning sign of anaemia, and in many cases, especially during the rainy season, anaemia is linked to heavy worm infestation (internal parasites sucking blood and nutrients). Use this quick guide: 🩷 Pink→ Animal is generally fine. Continue monitoring and maintain good management. 💗 Light Pink→ Be alert. This may indicate the animal is beginning to lose blood or carry a worm burden. Time to assess and prepare for deworming. 🤍 White / Very Pale→ ACT FAST! This is a strong sign of anaemia. Deworm promptly and monitor the animal closely. But remember: Don’t deworm blindly every time you see slight changes. Also observe: ✔️ Body condition ✔️ Appetite ✔️ Weight loss ✔️ Bottle jaw (swelling under the jaw) ✔️ General activity level Strategic deworming beats routine deworming. Overuse of dewormers can lead to drug resistance, making worms harder to control in the future. At Goke Farms, regular observation is one of the cheapest and most effective management tools. Your animals will often show signs before they become sick if you know where to look.

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