The Use of Livestock-Disease Scoring by a Primary Animal-Health Project in Somaliland

An informal livestock-disease scoring technique was used to collect information on pastoralists' perceptions of animal health problems in Somaliland. The authors conclude that the technique is a useful addition to the PRA "toolkit" and could assist veterinarians to plan primary veterinary programmes in developing countries. The technique could also be used in animal health information systems for pastoral communities and , with modification, might have applications in formal livestock disease surveys.