They may stand with the head held lowered with frequent head shaking and ear movements. Alternatively, sheep adopt a submissive posture in sternal recumbency with the neck extended and the head held on the ground. Kicking at the head often greatly exacerbates damage caused by headflies to the horn base, and such action may also traumatize the skin of the neck and ears. Head rubbing also causes considerable self-trauma. <br><br> | They may stand with the head held lowered with frequent head shaking and ear movements. Alternatively, sheep adopt a submissive posture in sternal recumbency with the neck extended and the head held on the ground. Kicking at the head often greatly exacerbates damage caused by headflies to the horn base, and such action may also traumatize the skin of the neck and ears. Head rubbing also causes considerable self-trauma. <br><br> |