Did someone say goat or G.O.A.T: All you need to know

Goats, although denoted a minor species within the UK setting, can form an increasing part of the general mixed veterinary practitioners case load. Numbers within the UK remain relatively low if compared to our other ruminant species, but they have increased steadily over many years, and the attending vet needs to be alive to the challenges these fascinating animals can present. The session will focus in on our goat patients, provide useful practical tips for examination, handling and common management task; before covering the common diseases and goat maladies in more detail. In short - Goats - all you need to know!

Learning Outcomes
Overview of the UK Goat industry
Examination and handling techniques, including for surgery
Common management tasks, including disbudding
Common goat diseases, control and treatment options

Chairperson
Emily Collins-Wingate, Farm Vet - Westpoint Farm Vets

Speakers
Benjamin Dustan, President, Goat Veterinary Society - ParagonVet Ltd T/a Tarn Farm Vets