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The aim of this two-day course is to develop your understanding of the principles of scanning and to gain knowledge of a sound ovine scanning technique. With a combination of both theory and extensive hands-on practical training.

The finer details

Knowing if your ewes are in lamb and if they are carrying single or multiple lambs plays a very important part in flock management. Identifying the ewes carrying multiple lambs allows management groups to be formed and fed accordingly.   
Identifying the choices of equipment (scanners) which are available and suitable for ovine pregnancy diagnosis.
Know the importance of Biosecurity: having adequate working practices in place to prevent the introduction and or spread of infections.  
 

Delivery method

Theory and Practical

Course description:

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Who should attend?

It is suitable for new users and for those that have scanned before but would like to refresh their knowledge and skills

What will be covered?

By the end of the course, you’ll be able to 
  • Identify and purchase the correct equipment
  • Know the correct preparation of ewes to give effective identification of pregnancies and identify any embryo problems
  • Identity ewes carrying multiple lambs which, allows management groups to be formed to allow correct feed management.
  • Know the importance of Biosecurity: having adequate working practices in place to prevent the introduction and or spread of infections.  Ensure what hygiene precautions need to be adhered to between farms.
  • Recognize notifiable diseases within your flock
  • Scan ewes in a consistent manner

Other areas of interest

Three Day Herdsman Foot Trimming Course
Professional Cattle Foot Trimming Course
Cattle Foot Trimming Validation – CPD Check Day
Do It Yourself (DIY) Artificial Insemination Course 
Practical Calf Management
Mobility Scoring RoMS
Safe Use of Vet Medicines
Layscanning
Lambing Techniques
 
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