Clostridial diseases pose a significant threat to livestock, particularly cattle. These conditions are often associated with sudden death. However, advancements in veterinary medicine, particularly frequent vaccination, have significantly reduced their incidence.

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Common Clostridial disease of Cattle

1. Blackleg (Clostridium chauvoei)

2. Enterotoxemia/Pulpy Kidney (Clostridium perfringens Type D)

3. Tetanus (Clostridium tetani)

4. Botulism and Black Disease (Clostridium botulinum and Clostridium novyi)

5. Malignant Oedema (Clostridium chauvoei)

6. Sudden Death Disease (Clostridium sordellii)

7. Gas Gangrene, Abomasal Bloat (Clostridium perfringens Type A)

8. Black Disease (Clostridium novyi Type B)

9. Redwater Disease, Bacillary Hemoglobinuria (Clostridium haemolyticum)

10. Hemorrhagic Enterotoxemia, Struck (Clostridium perfringens Type C)

11. Malignant Edema, Braxy (Clostridium septicum)

12. Lamb Dysentery, Enterotoxemia (Clostridium perfringens Type B)

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Vaccination

• We offer three main clostridial vaccinations:

  1. 6-in-1 Ultravac

  2. Coglavax (8-in-1)

  3. Covexin 10-in-1

• Recommendations for Calves:

  • Begin vaccinating calves from one week of age.

  • Administer a booster vaccination four weeks after the initial dose.

  • Ensuring that calves are fully vaccinated before weaning provides the best protection against these serious diseases.