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Introduction

  • During the summer fly season, wounds can become maggot-infested within 48 hours

Control

  • It is advisable to use insecticides such as Coumaphos 3%, fly cream or a bandage on wounds during the summer months
  • Avoid routine surgery (castration) during summer months

Diagnosis and treatment

The same as that for the horse.

References

  • Trawford, A. and Getachew, M. (2008) Parasites In Svendsen, E.D., Duncan, J. and Hadrill, D. (2008) The Professional Handbook of the Donkey, 4th edition, Whittet Books, Chapter 6


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