What is Bottle Jaw in Goats?

Bottle jaw (swelling under the jaw), caused by low protein in the circulation, may also develop in severe cases of Barber's pole worm infestation in goats. Black scour worms cause scouring (diarrhea) and ill-thrift (weight loss, failure to thrive).

What Causes Bottle Jaw in Goats?

A sign sometimes seen with Barber's pole worm infection is the so-called 'bottle-jaw', a fluid swelling beneath the jaw. This is caused by a chronic shortage of protein in the animal's bloodstream and is associated with a number of diseases, not only haemonchosis. Diarrhoea is not a feature of this disease.

How Did We Treat Bottle Jaw infected Pregnant Goat at Imperial Farms?

We used a combination of Broad Spectrum Injections such as Loxin (Flunixin Meglumine USP 50mg) 2ml single dose and Tribrissen (Trimethoprim 8% + Sulphadiazine 40%) 5ml multiple doses repeated every 12 hours to treat the Bottle Jaw in our pregnant goat.

Disclaimer: Always consult with a veterinary doctor to identify the symptoms of Bottle Jaw in your animal before starting a treatment. Said treatment was effective in treating our farm animal and may not be suitable if your animal is allergic to any of the salts mentioned above. Consultation advised.

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