Another health emergency announced as scabies is found in wild goats

The Health Ministry has issued a severe health warning about scabies in wild mountain goats in Almería, Granada, Jaén & Málaga which could spread to humans, their pets and domestic goat flocks. The disease, caused by a parasite called Sarcoptes Scabiei, is highly contagious to humans, pets and domestic goats. This years hunting season has been cancelled and a cull of infected animals will be permitted. The Junta has announced measures to protect healthy wild Continue reading Another health emergency announced as scabies is found in wild goats