BLACK QUARTER IN A COW : A CASE REPORT

Black Quarter is an acute bacterial disease of ruminants which is characterized by swollen, hot and painful wound affecting mostly the hind limb. It is caused by Clostridium chauvoei, a Gram positive rod shaped, spore forming and toxin producing anaerobe. The present study reports the occurrence of Black Quarter in a seven months old cow taken for treatment at Additional Block Animal Health Centre, Joshpur, Birbhum, West Bengal. Diagnosis was done on the basis of history, clinical signs and haematological examinations. The animal was treated successfully with the use of parenteral administration of Penicillin and Oxytetracycline, spraying of polyherbal ayurvedic product on the affected limb and accessory medications comprising of antihistaminic and NSAID. However, proper vaccination of the animals in the field condition can be the best tool to combat this disease.