Abdulhafiz sakran

Khalefa abdulkarem  

Abstract:

Background: Livestock breeders’ knowledge is critical for controlling animal diseases and ensuring herd productivity, particularly in regions with limited veterinary infrastructure.
Objective: This study aimed to assess the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of livestock breeders in Ajdabiya, Libya, regarding livestock health and disease prevention.
Methods: A cross-sectional survey was conducted between January and March 2025 among 54 livestock breeders using a structured 12-question questionnaire. Descriptive statistics and graphical visualization were used to summarize the responses.
Results: The majority of respondents demonstrated strong awareness of general signs of illness (96.3%), the importance of veterinary consultation (92.6%), and vaccination (88.9%). However, only 20.4% used health records, and just 11.1% had participated in training workshops.
Conclusion: While basic awareness is high, deficiencies in record-keeping and training reflect the need for enhanced veterinary extension services and breeder education.