Braxy

Braxy is an inflammatory disease in the abomasal lining of sheep caused by the bacterium Clostridium septicum (aka Bacillus septicus).

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Braxy is often brought on by a change from succulent food to dry (or icy) food. It is usually seen in young sheep, in particular those not protected with a Clostridial vaccine.

The mutton affected with this disease can also be referred to as braxy.

References

• Lectures for Veterinary Pathobiology (VP) 631
• http://www.deer-uk.com/Conroy1.htm

This article incorporates text from the public domain 1907 edition of The Nuttall Encyclopædia.