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Introduction
How do I know if my animals have scrapie?
When does scrapie occur?
Clinical signs of scrapie
How can I tell whether these clinical signs are caused by scrapie or another disease?
What else could these clinical signs indicate?
Could I definitely recognise scrapie straight away?
What would happen if I did not report a suspected scrapie animal?
What will happen when I report that I suspect an animal has scrapie?
What about the rest of my flock or herd?
What happens if the Veterinary Officer does not diagnose scrapie?
Why is it vital to report scrapie?
Compensation
Can I do anything to stop my animals contracting scrapie?
What records do I need to keep?
‘Genotyping’: What is it, and how can it help me?
National Scrapie Plan (NSP)
NSP genotypes table
NSP semen archive
TSE testing – active surveillance
Further information
Defra website
Scrapie video
DEFRA PB9446, April 2004(C) Crown Copyright. Reproduced for ADLib under Licence.
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