Clostridium tetani
Disease Overview
The bacterium found to cause tetanus in cows.
Merck Animal Health Solutions
For Clostridium tetani
Shown to be effective for the vaccination of healthy cattle 3 months of age or older against disease caused by Clostridium chauvoei, Cl. septicum, Cl. novyi Type B, Cl. haemolyticum, Cl. sordellii, Cl. tetani and Cl. perfringens Types C and D.
Clinical Signs
- Localized stiffness
- Intensified reflexes
- Easily excited
- Spasms
- Sweating