Congenital anomalies in native breeds of sheep and goats: a report on 120 cases of 24 varieties

ABSTRACT

Among 1428 examined native breeds of sheep [658] and goats [770], the incidence of congenital anomalies was 8.4%. The prevalence was higher in sheep [9.4%] than in goats [7.5%]. Local Ossimi sheep breed and mixed goats breed showed the highest incidence. Twenty-four patterns of congenital anomalies were diagnosed with a predomination of pelvic and perineal regions. Congenital anomalies of the urogenital and digestive systems showed the highest incidence than those of other body systems. The recorded congenital anomalies were reviewed and discussed. The accurate diagnosis and surgical management were found to be helpful in the correction of some congenital anomalies in sheep and goats