Introduction to Animal Science Test Review

animal domestication

the process of removing animals from settings and raising them in a controlled environment.

having a consistent food supply is easier if animals did not have to be hunted in the wild.

Why did animal domestication begin?

we use animals for power in pulling loads

Why is animal domestication important to animal agriculture?

beef (cattle), chicken

List 2 examples of how we use animals: Meat

milk (cows and goats), cheese

List 2 examples of how we use animals: Dairy

wool (sheep), leather (cattle and goats)

List 2 examples of how we use animals: clothing

dogs in the police force (crime)

List 2 examples of how we use animals: Work

dogs (visually impaired and therapy)

List 2 examples of how we use animals: Service

horses (horseback riding)

List 2 examples of how we use animals: Entertainment

dogs, cats, and fish

List 2 examples of how we use animals: Companionship

species, age, gender, and sexual state.

What are animals classified by? (4)

individual

We manage animal health in 2 ways: managing herd health as well as ___.

loss of money: mortality, treatment costs, and effects on productivity.

What is an example of an economic impact from the loss of animals from disease?

it helps producers stay on track with healthcare strategies like cutting and breeding.

What does record keeping have to do with managing animal health?

implementing preventative measures to block introduction and the spread of disease.

What does biosecurity have to do with managing animal health?

clinical

recognizable signs and symptoms / observable

subclinical

no signs or symptoms / non observable

castration

removing animal’s testicles

shearing

removing wool fleece from sheep

foot rot

bacterial infection that affects hooves in sheep and goats

mastitis

inflammation of the mammary gland, affects lactating animals.

laminitis

inflammatory disease of the laminae in a hoof.

ear notching

method of permanent animal identification

species, land, labor, money, and number of animals.

What (5) factors determine management practices in large animals?

internal / external parasites

parasites that live in / on outside of host animal.

no, different species have distinct needs, behaviors, and roles in the ecosystem.

Do we manage all animal species the same way? Why or why not?

young female, that is used to replace older, less productive animals. (dairy and beef cattle, swine, poultry, sheep and goats.

What is a replacement animal?

1. Veterinary Assistant

2. Software Engineer

3. Real Estate Agent

What careers have a positive outlook in the industry of animal agriculture?

Veterinary Assistant - Associates degree in animal science, vet medicine experience.

Clean equipment, keep animal records, feed and weigh animals, restrain animals.

You can learn about health and management of animals, animal product processing, and many economic opportunities.

What education is needed for a Veterinary Assistant? What are the daily responsibilities of these careers? What are some reasons to study animal agriculture?

shorthorn

holstein

angus

boer

yorkshire

hampshire

tennessee walking horse

percheron

quarter horse

clydesdale

jersey

angora

brown swiss

berkshire

duroc

landrace