Ovis Management has developed a number of resources for farmers and dog owners. These are regularly updated with many of the guides and information sheets able for download. We will continue to develop resources as required and welcome feedback or suggestions on additional material.

 

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A benefit cost analysis of the NZ sheep measles control programme
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A blind test of the serological response of dogs to infection with Taenia ovis
539.58 KB August 21, 2024
A field trial with bunamidine hydrochloride as an anthelmintic in the eradication of Echinococcus granulosis, Taenia hydatigena & Taenia Ovis in NZ
560.21 KB August 21, 2024
Awareness Sign
Grazing sheep on other land? Download this poster or contact us to have one sent to you.
838 KB August 7, 2020
Code of Practice
This document provides a more detailed background, suitable for farms, agricultural contractors or vet clinics to provide to staff. It’s also informative for those wanting more detailed information about Sheep Measles. Feel free to print, or contact Ovis Management for hard copies.
10.45 MB May 23, 2019
Cysticercus ovis survey: Summary of three years results
502.86 KB August 21, 2024
Deer Hunters Info Sheet
If you are a Deer Hunter here are the basic guidelines – feel free to print this for your clubrooms or newsletters.
1.09 MB April 8, 2022
DLE for Councils
This is an information sheet focusing on the issue, that can be used by councils. Feel free to print this for your newsletters, for inclusion with Registration reminders, or any other communications – to help rid your area of Sheep Measles.
1.01 MB May 23, 2019
Dog Owners Info Sheet #1
This sheet is a general information sheet for dog owners and provides a background on Sheep Measles. It can be downloaded as a resource for dog owners, or for farmers to give to visitors, including contractors.
1.90 MB March 3, 2020
Dog Owners Info Sheet #2
This sheet is a general information sheet for dog owners and provides a background on Sheep Measles. It can be downloaded as a resource for dog owners, or for farmers to give to visitors, including contractors.
1.69 MB March 3, 2020
Duck Hunters Info Sheet
If you are a Duck Hunter here are the basic guidelines – feel free to print this for your clubrooms or newsletters.
1.24 MB April 8, 2022
Echinococcus granulosus, Taenia hydatigena, T. ovis: Evaluation of cyst fluids as antigen for serodiagnosis of larval cestodes in sheep
723.26 KB August 21, 2024
Economic impacts and epidemiological risks associated with sheep measles
1.27 MB August 21, 2024
Farmer Reminders – A2 Poster
Farmers, if you want to remind staff, get one of these posters for your smoko room or office.
1.52 MB August 7, 2020
Flip Chart
Great resource for educating new staff, or contractors coming onto farm land.
15.46 MB April 8, 2022
Fridge Magnet – A4 & Business Card size
Fridge Magnet art is available in magnet size or A4 if you need extras to print. However, if you require actual magnets, plase contact Ovis Management.
800.55 KB May 24, 2019
Game Bird Hunters Info Sheet
1.18 MB May 12, 2020
Hydatids traceback
250.34 KB August 21, 2024
Information for Deer Hunters Brochure
1.20 MB February 17, 2020
Information for Dog Owners Brochure
1.79 MB September 12, 2019
Information for Duck Hunters Brochure
2.09 MB May 15, 2020
Information for Farmers Brochure
2.66 MB September 16, 2019
Information for Game Bird Hunters Brochure
1.90 MB March 4, 2020
Information for Pig Hunters Brochure
1.78 MB September 12, 2019
Longevity of Taenia ovis in a dog
299.59 KB August 21, 2024
Monthly Dog Treatment Calendar
This monthly calendar has been developed with support from Bayer NZ. Reusable laminated poster sized versions are available on request, but feel free to download.
101.31 KB May 23, 2019
Ovis Management Logo Pack
Please feel free to download our logo to use it on your Club or other Educational Material. To ensure we know where our brand is being represented, we just ask that a copy of your material be sent to Michelle Simpson, Project Manager - ()
1.28 MB November 14, 2022
Ovis numbers in decline, but we can do better
279.39 KB August 21, 2024
Pig Hunters Info Sheet
If you are a Pig Hunter here are the basic guidelines – feel free to print this for your clubrooms or newsletters.
993.68 KB April 8, 2022
Pilot field trial of a recombinant Taenia ovis vaccine in lambs exposed to natural infection
610.52 KB August 21, 2024
Prepatent period of Taenia ovis in dogs
413.48 KB August 21, 2024
Registration of generic alternatives to praziquantel for the control of Taenia ovis
419.48 KB August 21, 2024
Restricted Farm Gate Sign
This new Farm Gate sign is available here to download & print yourselves should you wish, or please contact Michelle Simpson, Project Manager -  () if you would like one or more sent out.
358.75 KB November 14, 2022
Role for veterinarians in managing sheep measles
127.99 KB August 21, 2024
Sheep measles – a new challenge for veterinary
94.48 KB August 21, 2024
Sheep measles in Australia
82.41 KB August 21, 2024
Sheep measles in Australia is widespread and doing well
18.48 KB August 21, 2024
Taenia ovis cysts in lamb meat: The relationship between the number of cysts observed at meat inspection and the number of cysts found by fine slicing
573.13 KB August 21, 2024
Taenia ovis infection and its control – a Canadian perspective
444.87 KB August 21, 2024
The effect of freezing on the viability of Taenia ovis cysts
347.08 KB August 21, 2024
The effect of mebendazole and praziquantel on the cysts of Echinococcus granulosus, Taenia hydatigena and Taenia ovis in sheep
915.45 KB August 21, 2024
The importance of the NZ campaign against Echinococcus granulosus and Taenia hydatigena on the prevalence of Taenia ovis
1.16 MB August 21, 2024
The serological response of dogs to Taenia ovis
4.58 MB August 21, 2024
The survival and dispersal of Taenia eggs in the environment
1.19 MB August 21, 2024
Vet Certificate – A4 Sheet
Standard A4 size Vet Certificate.
736.14 KB May 12, 2020
Vet Certificate for Hunters
Print it out on A4 paper and fold in half.
1.85 MB August 17, 2020
Vet Certificate for Urban Dogs
Print it out on A4 paper and fold in half.
2.65 MB August 17, 2020
What has happened to sheep measles?
184.64 KB August 21, 2024
What is Sheep Measles?
Learn more about Sheep Measles – a condition found in sheep (and goats) caused by the tapeworm Taenia ovis, which can be carried by dogs.
181.97 KB July 13, 2021