which phase in cattle production is weaning?
phase 3
feline gestation is about 60 days true or false
true
why is ventilation and temperature control so important for housing rabbits?
rabbits do not tolerate extreme temperatures well
true or false alpacas are larger than llamas?
false
Gestation period for rabbits is_____
31-32 days
what are some beef marketing trends?
Natural organic sales are growing, beef is more consistent product, more regulation, drought area, keto and other diets, competition with lab grown meat
calm canine behavior looks like __________________
Mouth open, ears forward or slightly back sitting or lying down
what is the ideal material for rabbit cages?
metal
Food, milk, fiber from hair, mostly for travel across arid climates
Baby rabbits are called________________
kits
Beef quality assurance is a government run program true or false
false
Cats have excellent peripheral vision but are farsighted which is an adaptation for hunting true or false
true
What is the best way to prevent disease in rabbit housing ?
maintaining a clean and sanitary housing operation
true or false Guanaco spit at each other as a form of greeting
false
Why is raising worms under rabbit cages helpful?
eliminate odor, waste, labor associated with waste
How long are beef carcasses hung to dry?
10-14 days, sometimes as long as 21 days
name some uncurable feline diseases
rabies, FIV, FeIV
What do Bison eat?
pasture, hay and grain before slaughter
ostrich lay how many eggs at a time?
7-10
true or false emu males are bigger than females
false
What is a backgrounder or Stocker?
Someone who buys cattle directly from cow/calf operation, pastured and supplemental feed, tend not to comingle cattle, keep up with vaccinations and health, sell to cattle buyers who work for packers
a little of kittens is brought into the clinic without a mother and there eyes are closed, how old are they?
birth to 2 weeks old
Ideal housing for Bison
7-8 feet tall fences with high voltage electric, pasture with boulders, rocks, rugged areas, woods and thickets
Kiwi birds live together in flocks true or false
false
true or false emus have a high mortality rate due to predators
false