Claire Nutrition Finals Questions

which life stage has the highest energy demands in a dog

lactation

which of the following is most important for a pregnant animal to meet minimum requirements to survive

energy

important rate limiting amino acid in ruminants

methionine

what is a reason for vaccination failure of cattle in a feedlot

harboring disease that the vaccine does not protect against

which of the following toxins occurs during cold, wet periods and causes infertility

zearalenone

zearalenone is a toxin that can be found in corn and affect piglets -- possible CS?

splayed legs

which of the following is the gold standard feed for pigs

DDGS

which of the following most accurately describes premium foods

can be found widely in grocery stores

when are cats most at risk for developing obesity

middle aged (7-12yrs)

which of the following is a word required by AAFCO for weight loss diet

must significantly reduce calorie content compared to a standard diet while still providing all essential nutrients in the correct proportions, meaning lower fat levels, moderate protein, and balanced minerals and vitamins

what is the CP and TDN requirement for a cow in late lactation

- mature cow: CP: 8.7%; TDN: 55.1%
- first calf heifer: CP: 9%; TDN: 57%

what is a nutrient corn diets are low in

lysine

how will RER compare in dogs and cats with similar activity styles

RER is lower in cats

which of the following is true about adding oil to horse diets

canola oils, corn oil, other plant oils can be used

what nutrient is primarily absorbed in the large intestines of equines

water

which of the following is readily absorbed by a ruminant

VFA

which of the following is a horse with the least energy requirements

senior pony kept in the backyard

potential downside of feeding beet pulp as feed to horses

potential to cause choke and bloat

what is true of adding molasses to equine feeds

commonly used to supplement feed

which of the following has a max limit in dog foods

fiber

which of the following is true about DSHEA

does not account for animal supplements

which of the following is a CS seen in a cow with subacute ruminal acidosis

laminitis

if a farmer over-winters steer and heifer calves, what kind of operation is he running

stocker

what can you do to decrease NSC absorption in equines

add oil and corn as grain component

what is the main characteristic of legume grass

high in protein, low in fiber

healthy cat presents, what concerns you to do a nutritional assessment

on multiple supplements at once