FerAppease® Goats & Sheep is a synthetic analogue of the Maternal Small Ruminant Appeasing Substance (MSRAS). MSRAS is naturally secreted by the sebaceous gland located on the skin of the mammary gland with the unique function of inducing an appeasing effect.
FerAppease can and should be used every time animals are exposed to management and physiological stressors, where suppression of threat perception is desirable including at breeding, laparoscopic artificial insemination (LAI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), ovum pick up (OPU), post-transfer, post-birthing, weaning, lactation, separation, handling, processing, arrival, commingling, shipping, transportation, showing, castration, and vaccination.
FerAppease should only be used on healthy goats and sheep, applied topically above the nose and to the poll.
Multidose vial of 300 mL of FerAppease MSRAS. Each bottle will treat up to 60 young sheep or goats weighing under 88 lb, or up to 30 adult sheep or goats weighing over 88 lb, based on the recommended application amounts.
Adjustable Dose Pour-On Gun is sold separately.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is FerAppease MSRAS?
FerAppease MSRAS (Maternal Small Ruminant Appeasing Substance) is a topical analogue of the small ruminant appeasing substance designed for use in healthy sheep and goats. FerAppease helps support animal welfare and stress management during breeding, weaning, transportation, handling, and other stressful events.
How do you apply FerAppease?
FerAppease is for use only in healthy sheep and goats by topical administration above the nose and to the poll.
When can FerAppease be used?
FerAppease can and should be used every time animals are exposed to management and physiological stressors where suppression of threat perception is desirable. i.e. breeding, laparoscopic artificial insemination (LAI), in vitro fertilization (IVF), ovum pick up (OPU), post-transfer, post-birthing, weaning, lactation, separation, handling, processing, arrival, commingling, shipping, transportation, showing, castration, and vaccination.
What is the dosage of FerAppease on Goats & Sheep?
> 88 lb: Apply 5 mL of FerAppease above the nose and a second 5 mL application to the poll.
< 88 lb: Apply 2.5 mL of FerAppease above the nose and a second 2.5 mL application to the poll.
How long before FerAppease takes effect?
Behavior modulation and stress mitigation starts to take place immediately after FerAppease is applied.
Is a prescription required for FerAppease?
No, FerAppease does not require a veterinarian's prescription or a Veterinary Feed Directive plan.
How much does FerAppease cost per dose?
> 88 lb - 10 mL dose: $3.00/ head
< 88 lb - 5mL dose: $1.50/ head
Are there any side effects of FerAppease?
There are no known side effects.
Is there a withdrawal period after using FerAppease?
No, there is no withdrawal period after using FerAppease.
Can FerAppease be applied when it’s raining?
FerAppease is an oil-based product. It is recommended to apply FerAppease on a dry animal. It is best to allow FerAppease at least 30 minutes to absorb into the skin of the animal before getting wet.
What is the duration of each application?
FerAppease is effective for a period of 14 days. Most economically relevant, stressful events have a duration of less than 14 days. Therefore, a single application will get the animals through the entire challenge period.
Does FerAppease expire?
FerAppease has a two-year shelf life.
How should FerAppease be stored?
Store at controlled room temperature at 50°F - 86°F (10°C - 30°C). Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Where can FerAppease be purchased?
FerAppease is available for purchase in feed stores, veterinary clinics, through our distributors or here on our website feraah.com
Can I request the full study data for FerAppease?
Yes, please email inquiry@feraah.com
