A Study on Prevalence of infectious diseases in Different Breeds of Goats Registered to Panchlaish Thana Veterinary Hospital during February and March, 2014.

Abstract

Goat is an important source of nutrition and integral part of rural economy in Bangladesh. Goats are infected by several infectious diseases which can affect their growth. This study was conducted to investigate the prevalence of common infectious diseases of goat in Panchlaish thana, Chittagong, Bangladesh. The study was carried out in Thana veterinary hospital, Panchlaish, Chittagong in between February 2014 to March 2014. The diseases were diagnosed on basis of clinical signs and owner's statement. The prevalence of Peste des Petis of Ruminant (PPR) was highest 21 (31.34%) whereas babesiosis was less common 1 (1.49%). The prevalence of infectious disease was highest in 7-12 month age group 9 (90%) and lowest at >24 month age group 3 (33.33%). The prevalence of infectious disease was highest at Black Bengal 10 (90.9%) and lowest in Jamunapari breed 14 (45.15%). Prevalence of PPR was found highest both for male and female goat. Female goat was found to be more susceptible 13 (72.96%) than the male animal 27 (43.33%). These results indicate the high incidence of various infectious diseases in the goats of Chittagong region (Panchlaish Thana). Thus, there is a need for an immediate action by the veterinary workers, development partners to come forward in order to prevent and minimize the loss caused by infectious diseases in goats.