posted 3 years ago
Yet another consult with a professional. Finally found someone who has seen this first hand. We went through the history and possibilities and the conclusion is that it's most likely neurological. This is an unusual collection of symptoms but usually goes away when they are weaned and eating primarily fresh grass. They are at two months old so I can start that tomorrow. It's a bit early but she already prefers grass to milk so I think this is going to be much easier than normal. Give it at least 6 more weeks or if she shows signs of not thriving (loss of weight, refusing food, dullness of eye, limp ears, lack of curiosity, tightness of the muscle, especially around the eyes... all the usual things that mean a sheep isn't happy) before giving up on her.
The treatments I've been doing are exactly correct. Add to this more free choice single minerals (in case the vitamin shot didn't go in correctly - but this would normally present differently). Trust that she will have what she needs.
And possibly wrap the feet if she is receptive to that. But let the sheep guide in this.
The sore has closed on her hoof but I gave another topical treatment to make sure it won't get infected.