Fetal Loss In Goats

Abstract

Loss of the embryo, fetus, or conceptus during gestation is referred to as fetal loss or wastage or abortion (Note: these terms will be used interchangeably during this discussion). Loss rates of five percent are commonly encountered in goat flocks. Infectious agents, stress, some drugs, malnutrition, and toxic materials (plants, chemicals, mycotoxins, etc) may all be causes of this condition.