Crop canker (Trichomonas gallinae) , is a single-celled, pear-shaped protozoan most often found in pigeons and doves but can be contracted by other birds and chickens if the infected birds have access to the same water.
Crop Canker (Tricomoniasis) has become the leading cause of poor performance in racing pigeons. The incidence of the disease is steadily rising. More and more pigeon fanciers are becoming aware of the problem because they are regularly having their pigeons tested at the vet. It is becoming clear to vets and pigeon fanciers that some pigeons carry resistant strains of Crop-Canker that is not being controlled by any of the conventional Crop Canker medications.
Signs & Symptoms
Most often located in the oral cavity, esophagus, and crop causing an obstruction where food cannot be processed properly.
- Lesions-Yellow-white, encased necrotic nodules which cause an obstruction
- Green saliva
- Cheesy like lesions in the digestive tract
Medpet Canker Tonic is safe to use during the racing season and contains metronidazole.
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