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Signs heartwater disease in ruminants and how to treat it

This disease is also known as Cowdriosis.  

Heartwater is an infectious, non-contagious disease of ruminants species. It is a Tick borne disease that occurs in areas infested by Amblyomma species of ticks. Once infected, some animals may show no symptoms and act as carriers. Indigenous cattle breeds are more resistant than Exotic breeds.

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