What is a Dewlap
What is a Dewlap?
A heavy fold a skin
How do they get it?
From skin getting wet after drinking
Possible effects short term?
Dental disease, open water crocks, and damp bedding.
1st way to treat?
If infected, the hair should be clipped
1st way to prevent?
Watering systems with drinking valves.
Where is it located?
On the front of a Doe's neck
When does it occur?
Often occurs when Dewlaps gets wet repeatedly
Possible effects long term?
Hair may fall out and the area my become infected or infested with maggots.
2nd way to treat?
antibiotic injection from vet.
If using open water?
Use small openings or have the water be elevated.