SCABIGARD Vaccine for Scabby Mouth in Sheep – Zoetis

Description

SCABIGARD Vaccine for Scabby Mouth in Sheep – Zoetis

SCABIGARD is the world’s first tissue-cultured scabby mouth vaccine, developed in Australia for Australian grazing conditions. It helps protect lambs and sheep against scabby mouth disease with a single scratch, providing over 12 months of immunity in most cases.

Why Choose SCABIGARD?

This live vaccine delivers a mild, controlled form of the disease at a protected vaccination site, ensuring effective immunity without production loss. It’s proven, safe for use from birth, and suitable for all stages of pregnancy.

Key Benefits

• Protects against scabby mouth disease in lambs and sheep
• Single scratch provides 12 months’ protection or longer
• Can be given from birth with no production impact
• Safe for use during pregnancy

Recommendations for Use

• Vaccinate where scabby mouth is common or as a routine at lamb marking
• When starting a vaccination program, treat all sheep and lambs
• Vaccinated sheep can transmit the virus to unvaccinated animals
• Check vaccination “takes” one week after administration

Dosage and Administration

• Administer using the SCABIGARD applicator only
• Scratch 4–5 cm on bare skin (brisket or inside foreleg) at a 45° angle without drawing blood
• Ensure blue dye covers the scratch for accurate dosing
• Do not use antiseptics on the site before or after vaccination
• Safe use at all stages of pregnancy but vaccinate at least 6–8 weeks before lambing

Applicator Care

• Clean and maintain daily according to manufacturer instructions
• Do not use disinfectants to clean the vaccinator
• Dispose of applicator at the end of the vaccination season

Pack Size

• 250 dose bottle (5 mL)

Storage

• Store at 2°C to 8°C (refrigerate, do not freeze)
• Protect from light
• Do not leave vaccine in applicator overnight
• Dispose of unused vaccine at the end of each day

Withholding Period

• Nil

Additional Information

Scabby mouth is a zoonotic disease that can be transmitted to humans. Always wear gloves when using SCABIGARD. Complete vaccination at least 6–8 weeks before shearing to reduce the risk to shearers.

Note: This is a live vaccine requiring strict temperature control (2°C to 8°C). N&W Livestock takes all reasonable care during transport but cannot be responsible for handling once in transit.

Technical Information

These documents provide verified product information for safety, handling and regulatory compliance.

• Safety Data Sheet (SDS): Scabigard-Vaccine-SDS-Sep
• Product Label: SCABIGARD VACCINE_LABEL_APVMA
• APVMA Product Registration Number: 53559

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