Sheep guidelines

Responsible use of vaccines and vaccination in sheep - short version
Responsible use of vaccines and vaccination in sheep - long version

Responsible use of antimicrobials in sheep production - farmer responsibilities
Responsible use of antimicrobials in sheep production - full guideline

See also the general farm animal guidelines

Vaccination - get it right flyer

Other information

SCOPS information (Sustainable Control of Parasites in Sheep)

For advice on the responsible use of medicines for parasites, see information on SCOPS on the NSA website and the DEFRA website

SCOPS is directed by a steering committee chaired by the National Sheep Association and includes representatives from SNFU, NOAH, AHDA, RUMA, CSL/VLA, SVS, Defra and SAC. The group has been formed to develop strategies for parasite control in sheep and to oversee the delivery of recommendations to the industry.

Farm Health Planning

Farm Health Planning requires responsible and appropriate use of medicines as well as good management. For more information on sheep see the Farm Health Planning website