Author Topic: Heb losing hair around her eyes (Read 2789 times)

Mo Fraser · « **on:** August 19, 2016, 01:32:23 pm »

Hi, I gathered my flock in yesterday to have a look at them and I noticed one had hair loss around her eyes. It looked quite puffed up and sore, any ideas?
I've done some research, could it be lice or ring worm...?

waterbuffalofarmer · « **Reply #1 on:** August 19, 2016, 01:38:31 pm »

when were they last wormed? Could we have a picture? What has her diet been like, any changes?

Mo Fraser · « **Reply #2 on:** August 19, 2016, 02:56:10 pm »

Last wormed in May, they've had tup mix for 5 weeks before lambing and a few weeks after. They've had access to a lick and are now in a big field with plenty of forage. I don't have a photo but will get one this afternoon.
Thanks for the quick reply.

sheeponthebrain · « **Reply #3 on:** August 19, 2016, 03:30:13 pm »

Could it be problems with photosensitivity?

Mo Fraser · « **Reply #4 on:** August 19, 2016, 03:37:04 pm »

I've just spoken to a local shepherd and he's coming round to have a look tomorrow morning!

devonlady · « **Reply #5 on:** August 19, 2016, 04:39:00 pm »

Heaven bless good neighbours!

milliebecks · « **Reply #6 on:** August 23, 2016, 11:32:04 am »

I have the same problem with a couple of my shetlands and I think it's down to photosensitivity ... sometimes related to something they've eaten (apparently Bog Asphodel is a common culprit, although I haven't seen it on my ground).
I've seen mine scratching their heads on trees and gates, so it's obviously itchy and the scratching causes puffiness. I have used vaseline mixed with a small amount (literally a drop or two) of lavender and tea tree essential oils. It seems to give some relief, although don't get it in their eyes.
I did check with my vet and, short of a skin scrape and formal diagnosis, she thought this was probably the cause and a reasonable approach to treating it.
What did your shepherd friend say Mo?