You may see the signs of scrapie at any time of the year, but stress, such as lambing can bring on the symptoms. Spread of scrapie Usually only one or two animals in a flock will show symptoms at any one time. Infection is normally spread at lambing time.
Infection can survive in pens, on pasture and it is resistant to most disinfectants.
Do not ignore signs. If scrapie develops in your flock it will be difficult to get rid of, as it spreads slowly and infection can remain in the environment for a long time. Tackle scrapie before it becomes a flock problem. You must tell the DVO if the animal dies You must surrender the animal carcase on request by the DARD vet You must assist DARD staff in their investigations of the disease on your farm If the DARD vet confirms scrapie The DARD vet will arrange for the slaughter and disposal of the animal. Compensation will be paid at the market value of the animal up to a maximum of 400.