The Accidental Smallholder Forum
Livestock => Sheep => Topic started by: moprabbit on September 23, 2016, 08:54:01 am
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I have a 6 year old ewe who has developed a little udder! She's never had lambs and has never been near a tup. So I was just wondering if anyone has any ideas what might be th cause? There's no discomfort and both sides are the same size . It is only small, but I'm sure she's never had one before! Thank you.
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It could be what they would call a phantom pregnancy. Most commonly found with goats and sometimes horses. IE their body tricks them into thinking theyre expecting and so they start building up fat on their udders. As I read about it now I think it says that the body does soon realise that it isny and it does go away but it can last quite some time. Are you positive nothing got in or she got out maybe? If youre worried I would have a friendly word with the vet about it, see what they say. All the best and am sorry I cant be of much help. :thumbsup:
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Is she fat / over weight?
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Fat!
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Is she on clover?
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Fat!
She's got man boobs! :roflanim:
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Fat and/or on clover could mean her hormones have been tricked. If you're certain there's no chance she's pregnant I suggest slimming her down and taking her off clover, if appropriate. If she's a Down sheep it's highly unlikely you'll slim her down, though.
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Thank you for all the replies. I think I get the message...... she's fat!!!!! :roflanim: