[Ishan]

If only green feed, do they have it available at all times still?
They do need long stems to help keep their rumen healthy.
How many goats do you have in how large of an area?
If goats have sufficient minerals it really does help them to be able to withstand some of the parasites. I give my goats copper boluses besides having loose minerals available. I also feed everyone dried orange peels which provide vitamin c for their immune system and the oils in the peels help their bodies be less suitable for worms.

Yeah we have 6acres forage for 100 goats. Feed isnt a problem upto now.. our problem is this disease.. we need to know a solution.

 

[Boer Mama]

Yeah we have 6acres forage for 100 goats. Feed isnt a problem upto now.. our problem is this disease.. we need to know a solution.

I must have misunderstood earlier. I thought they were only on the deck at all times and didn’t have forage. If your whole herd looks as the pictured goats, I’d say they do need more feed to supplement what they have.
If the goats are malnourished from lack of feed and minerals, they won’t be able to withstand the disease. Lack of minerals such as zinc and copper can cause bad coats.
You do need to check fecal sample for worms and eggs. That way you know what to treat.
Do you see any lice on them? Are they biting at their hides to itch themselves?

 

[toth boer goats]

Mange has a lot of scaling associated with it.
Can’t get the pics close up enough to show the skin clearly but, what I am seeing is no scaliness?

A vet may be able to do a scraping and see what it is. Otherwise, it may be a mineral deficiency or other.

 

[Ishan]

 

[toth boer goats]

Skin looks good, mineral deficiency most likely.

 

[Boer Mama]

Do you copper bolus?
If you take a picture of the label on your loose minerals, somebody will be able to see if it’s adaquate. Even with really high copper in my minerals, I still have to supplement with bolusing as my area is very deficient.

 

[Ishan]

 

[Boer Mama]

@NigerianNewbie can you provide feedback on his minerals please?

 

[Ishan]

Feedback its okay...
Can this problem caused by ringworm?

 

[Boer Mama]

Ringworm would be crusty and raised up, as well as more circular I believe.

 

[Ishan]

As ur guess what will be the problem.. this isnt defficiency..

 

[NigerianNewbie]

@NigerianNewbie can you provide feedback on his minerals please?

Mind boggling math curve learning and understanding how to convert gram into ppm. The only feedback I will provide is by using only copper as an example. SweetLix Meat Maker: copper min 1750ppm and max 1810ppm.

The products posted above contain 1.1 and 1 gram of copper which is about 1100ppm and 1000ppm. There is no listing of ingredients so it's impossible to determine the quality of the source(s) and bioavailability.

I can defiantly see a need to supplement the copper and possibly some of the other minerals; without taking the time going through converting, listing and comparing the levels of each and every one.

.. this isnt defficiency..

 

[Boer Mama]

@NigerianNewbie Thanks so much for your help- sorry for the conversion problem 😅

let me see if I can post a label of my minerals as a comparison in case that helps as well.

as mentioned I also order copper bolus and give about 3x a year. And I feed some sunflower seeds which should provide some additional zinc along with healthy fats.
In my opinion, without seeing goats in person, I think that additional mineral supplement to go with what you have- available at all times, and feed available at all times, would do wonders for your goats.
To be clear, I’m not saying you need to leave grain/seeds available all times. Just quality hay/forage.

 

[NigerianNewbie]

Does hair have any nutritional value? Hair is made up of keratin, the same protein that makes up nails, skin, and hair on the scalp. Keratin is a good source of protein, iron, zinc, and other minerals. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, 1/4 cup of cooked hair has about 10 grams of protein.
Hair is made up of approximately 95% water, 2% protein, and 3% minerals. Sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium, and calcium are the main minerals found in hair. Although hair is not a significant source of many nutrients, it does contain important vitamins and minerals.
Some of the minerals found in hair include sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium, and calcium. These minerals are essential for overall health and help to regulate body fluids and blood pressure.
Some of the vitamins that are present in hair include vitamin A, vitamin B-12, vitamin C, thiamin (vitamin B-1), riboflavin (vitamin B-2), niacin (vitamin B-3), pantothenic acid (vitamin B-5), biotin (vitamin B-8), and folic acid. These vitamins help to maintain skin integrity, provide energy for the body, promote healthy cell growth, and support nervous system function.
Does hair have nutritional value - cruisewhat

A balanced diet is necessary for a healthy scalp and hair. Nutritional deficiency may impact both hair structure and hair growth.
Nutrition and hair health | The Trichological Society (hairscientists.org)

@Ishan Have you noticed the goat's pulling hair from each other?

 

[Ishan]

Does hair have any nutritional value? Hair is made up of keratin, the same protein that makes up nails, skin, and hair on the scalp. Keratin is a good source of protein, iron, zinc, and other minerals. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, 1/4 cup of cooked hair has about 10 grams of protein.
Hair is made up of approximately 95% water, 2% protein, and 3% minerals. Sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium, and calcium are the main minerals found in hair. Although hair is not a significant source of many nutrients, it does contain important vitamins and minerals.
Some of the minerals found in hair include sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium, and calcium. These minerals are essential for overall health and help to regulate body fluids and blood pressure.
Some of the vitamins that are present in hair include vitamin A, vitamin B-12, vitamin C, thiamin (vitamin B-1), riboflavin (vitamin B-2), niacin (vitamin B-3), pantothenic acid (vitamin B-5), biotin (vitamin B-8), and folic acid. These vitamins help to maintain skin integrity, provide energy for the body, promote healthy cell growth, and support nervous system function.
Does hair have nutritional value - cruisewhat

A balanced diet is necessary for a healthy scalp and hair. Nutritional deficiency may impact both hair structure and hair growth.
Nutrition and hair health | The Trichological Society (hairscientists.org)

@Ishan Have you noticed the goat's pulling hair from each other?

YEAH HAD ONE GOAT LIKE THAT.. NOW THEY ARE GOING FINE. I WANNA KNOW THIS IS A DEFFICIENCY, MITES, OR FUNGAL ACTUALLY I DONT UNDERSTAND TO DO A PROPER TREATMENT

 

[NigerianNewbie]

@NigerianNewbie Thanks so much for your help- sorry for the conversion problem 😅

You're welcome @Boer Mama. Learning a new math skill is a good thought provoking challenge even if hard to initially grasp the concept. Converting is no longer a head scratcher and my past mathematics teachers would be pleased to know I eventually had a light bulb moment.

 

[NigerianNewbie]

@Ishan Approximately how long have the goats been experiencing hair loss and what types of treatments, testing and supplements have you utilized before now?

 

[happybleats]

Hair on the goats look soft, not coarse and skin seems clear of crustiness and scabs. I have a goat who looses her hair when copper is needed. Are you able to get copper bolus? I would start with copper and see how they do in a few weeks. Copper bolus should be dosed at 1 gram per 22 pounds. Zinc deficiency can also cause hair loss. If you can. Not get ahold of copper bolus or zinc...find a food source high in these elements.
Probiotics can create a good environment for the rumen to utilize their food better as well.
They do need some form of supplement feed. If you are able to get a pellet feed, I would grab 14 to 16% protien. Since they are pasture fed....100 goats on 6 acres maybe too many to provide enough browse to sustain healthy weight.

 

[toth boer goats]

I agree ☝

 

[jacque5695820]

Those are on my dog I have been trying to get rid of those for months with no luck have bought several different things that are good for both type of mites but they're still on him