Epizootic Situation of Brucellosis of Domestic Northern Reindeer in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia)

Abstract

Brucellosis is a highly contagious zooanthroponotic disease. Epizootics of brucellosis etiology registered in the regions of Yakutia significantly reduce the efficiency of reindeer husbandry. In most cases, brucellosis in animals manifests itself chronically for several years, which makes it difficult to eliminate this infection in the conditions of reindeer farms and contributes to the formation of persistent, epizootic active foci. Brucellosis has not only social significance, but also serves as a potential barrier to trade (sale and exchange) of animals, products and products of animal origin, and prevents breeding. The article provides data on the epizootic situation of brucellosis in domestic reindeer in the Republic of Sakha (Yakutia). The data on the livestock and research on brucellosis of northern domestic reindeer in Yakutia are presented.