Sheep ectoparasitosis: A case study from smallholders of Uzbekistan

Tashkent State Agrarian University, Tashkent, 100140, Uzbekistan

^* Corresponding author: sh.xolov@tdau.uz

Abstract

Changes in management practices in cattle farming have led to an increase in the incidence of parasitic diseases and ectoparasites in livestock. This increase in parasitic infections has resulted in decreased growth and development of animals, as well as reduced reproductive capacity and productivity. To combat these parasitic infections, a 0.03% aqueous solution of the 10% preparation "Alpha-Shakti" has been used in sheep. "Alpha-Shakti" is applied to sheep to treat diseases such as bavicolosis, mallophagosis, hematopinosis, psoroptosis, sarcoptosis, and mite mites. The solution is administered at a rate of 2000-3000 ml per head, or in powder form at a rate of 200-300 g per head. This treatment has been found to have a high insecticidal and therapeutic effect against these parasites. Ectoparasites typically reside between the wool of sheep, primarily in the roots of the wool. To increase the effectiveness of the treatment against these ectoparasites, the "Alpha-Shakti" preparation is applied twice, with an interval of 9-10 days between treatments. This interval allows for the treatment to target both adult parasites and any newly hatched larvae, ensuring a more thorough eradication of the ectoparasites. Overall, the use of "Alpha-Shakti" has been an effective method for controlling parasitic infections in sheep, leading to improved health and productivity of the livestock.