Shed in feces and milk of carriers. Uncertain, probably a few days to 3 weeks. Infection is not obvious except in neonates. Fever with neurologic or respiratory tract disease. May see abortion, reddened eyes and pustular skin lesions.
Transmission can occur in utero and potentially by bite of an infected ectoparasite.
1 - 3 weeks. Influenza - like illness characterized by fever, generalized weakness and, headache. In severe cases, a discolored skin rash and enlarged lymph nodes can develop. Orf Poxvirus Sheep, goats Direct contact with virus - laden lesion exudates. Transmission by fomites or contaminated animals is possible.