Odd behaviors, pretty concerned

[KatahdinMomma]

Hey guys! I've got our first sunny day round the pnw met by a potentially sick herd

My ewe has a raw looking patch of skin all around her mouth, she seems to be the only one, though the entire heard is panting with droopy ears. Eating and drinking, access to clean water. I'm stumped.

Also, I have goat electrolytes I was thinking about offering. No copper listed... Thinking I'm safe?

Thanks friends!

 

[mysunwolf]

Should be safe on the electrolytes.

A photos would really help. It's not soremouth/orf?

 

[TAH]

A photos would really help. It's not soremouth/orf?

Agree pics would help.

 

[KatahdinMomma]

Should be safe on the electrolytes.

A photos would really help. It's not soremouth/orf?

 

[Latestarter]

@Roving Jacobs @purplequeenvt @Sheepshape @SheepGirl ? Looks like she's been rubbing her snout on sandpaper...

 

[KatahdinMomma]

Is it possible a weed in my pasture may be irritating it? I'm terrified that it may be sore mouth

 

[TAH]

Sore mouth normally starts on the sides of there mouth like in this pic. 1 Pic is of the beginnings. 2 Pic is after it has started.

 

[TAH]

I would separate her from the rest of the flock.

 

[Sheepshape]

Looks like orf to me....but don't panic. Most orf is mild and doesn't do a great deal of damage, apart from in very young lambs. I suppose there's the change it is a plant....but seems a bit widespread for that Separate her, whatever, and use an iodine spray for any secondary infection.

Having had orf myself, I'd say it's much worse for humans! Wear gloves for your own protection.

Good luck.

 

[purplequeenvt]

It doesn't look like orf to me. Usually orf has scabs rather than flat sores.

Do you have any weeds that react to sunlight like poison parsnip? Biting insects?

I would do like Sheepshape said and clean her snout with iodine. Keep an eye on things.