Scrapie
The name scrapie is derived from one of the clinical signs of the condition, wherein affected animals will compulsively scrape off their fleeces against rocks, trees, or fences. The disease apparently causes an itching sensation in the animals. Other clinical signs include excessive lip smacking, altered gaits, and convulsive collapse.
Scrapie
Historically, scrapie had been considered to be an animal health issue. However, between 1996 and 1999 the UK SEAC had been considering the control and eradication of scrapie in the UK also with public health in mind because of concern over five issues: