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Lamb Survival  
VHS Video or DVD, PAL format
  
David C Henderson MRCVS  
Released 1993
 
   
84 minutes
  
Video £15.95 inc VAT
DVD £15.95 inc VAT
  		  
ISBN 0-85236-258-7
ISBN 1-905523-53-X
 

This detailed sheep lambing video illustrates the techniques that can be used by shepherds to reduce losses from hypothermia and infection. Methods illustrated include intraperitoneal injection, the use of warming boxes, colostrum, the stomach tube and fostering.

 
Sheep Lambing - Lamb Survival - David Henderson
  
protection for the ewes   On his mainly arable Midlothian farm Charlie Callander is able to provide protection for the ewes due to lamb round bales and a deep floor of straw.
In the programme David Henderson emphasises the importance of ensuring that lambs receive sufficient colostrum in their first hours of life.
  
importance of ensuring that lambs receive sufficient colostrum in their first hours of life.
Sandy Welsh, farming in Upper Tweeddale   Sandy Welsh, farming in Upper Tweeddale at 1,000-1,700 ft is looking for a lambing percentage of 120-130%.
Giving a pasteurella vaccination to a lamb on a farm where the disease is a particular problem.
  
Giving a pasteurella vaccination to a lamb