Title: Goat Vaccination Program – Goats
Headings: Goat Vaccination Program
Goat Vaccination Program
Recommended Vaccination
Optional Vaccinations

Content: Prevention for some abortive diseases can be provided through antibiotics such as chlortetracycline, or CTC added to the feed for several weeks prior to birthing. A veterinarian should be consulted for proper doses and timing. For pneumonia, Mannheimia haemolytica and Pasteurella multocida vaccines are available and labeled for goats, sheep, and cattle. Follow label directions. Generally, after 3 months of age, inject 2 cc subcutaneously and repeat in two to four weeks. If given earlier than 3 months, animals should be re-vaccinated at 4-6 months of age). Again, a veterinarian, local extension staff and neighboring producers can help determine if the vaccinations for these optional diseases are needed. Information primarily provided by Dr. Niki Whitley,The Cooperative Extension Program at North Carolina A&T State University.