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Federal Scrapie Information

Scrapie Information URL and Site Description

Federal Scrapie Information:

Federal Scrapie Information

Federal Scrapie Information:

Questions and Answers on the new scrapie eradication program.

Video of sheep with scrapie

Flock Status Report by State

Scrapie Fact Sheet

Call toll-free for help if needed. 866-USDA-TAG (866-873-2824)




State Scrapie Information

Scrapie Information URL and Site Description

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Idaho Scrapie Information

State Scrapie Information:

CONTROL OF
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Clinical Signs of Scrapie

  • Weight loss despite retention of appetite
  • Behavioral changes
  • Itching and rubbing
  • Wool pulling
  • Biting at legs and side
  • Lip smacking
  • Loss of coordination
  • Increased sensitivity to noise and movement
  • High-stepping gait of forelimbs
  • Bunny-hop movement of rear
  • Swaying of back end
  • Tremor
  • Down, unable to stand
  • Death
  • Scrapie Eradication Program
    Identification Requirements

    Step #1:
    Determine if your sheep or goats need official ear tags or other official identification (ID) to move interstate.

    Step #2:
    Request a Premises (Flock) ID Number.

    Step #3:
    Determine which of the approved ear tags or other approved ID systems work best for you.

    Step #4:
    Set up a system to record the ear tags or other official ID that are applied.

    Step #5:
    Apply official ID before sheep/goats leave your premises (or arrange for application else where).

    Step #6:
    Get a health certificate.

    Step #7:
    Retain ID records for 5 years.

    Step #8:
    Call toll-free for help if needed. 866-USDA-TAG (866-873-2824)






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