Table 1 The questions posed and potential responses to the questionnaire, together with the number (N) and percentage (%) of flock owners indicating the applicable response
From: Control of Nematodirus spp. infection by sheep flock owners in Northern Ireland
| Question | Potential Response | Percentage (number of respondents) |
|---|---|---|
| Do you treat specifically for Nematodirus spp. infection? |
Yes No |
81.6 (186) 18.4 (42) |
| How is the decision made to treat the animals? |
AFBI forecast Faecal egg count Presence of scour Advice of veterinarian Advice of other farmers Same day annually Dependent on weather At turnout At 6 weeks of age As needed |
19.7 (45) 7.9 (18) 47.4 (108) 14.5 (33) 53 (12) 23.7 (54) 6.6 (15) 1.3 (3) 5.3 (12) 5.3 (12) |
| Is every animal treated, or is only a percentage treated? |
100% <100% |
97.4 (222) 2.6 (6) |
| How is the volume of drench determined? |
Estimate individual Group average Heaviest in group Weigh individual |
40.3 (92) 10.2 (23) 48.2 (110) 1.3 (3) |
| Is the equipment checked before use? |
Never Sometimes Always |
17.3 (39) 52.0 (119) 30.7 (70) |
| Where is the product stored when not in use? |
Fridge Cabinet/Cupboard Garage/Shed/Workshop |
11.0 (25) 69.9 (159) 19.1 (44) |
| Is “best before” date checked before use? |
Never Sometimes Always |
8.0 (18) 29.3 (67) 62.7 (143) |