Introdution to Veterinary Science (2nd edition): Chapter 15

Antioxidant

Oxidation-inhibiting substance

Ventilation

Exchange of air from within a building and the outside

Tunnel ventilation

System with air inlets at one end of a building and fans for outlet at the other

Wet dewlap

Skin infection in the lower neck of rabbits

Biosecurity

Practices that protect herd health by preventing the introduction and spread of pathogens

Equine infectious anemia

Viral disease causing fever, red blood cell breakdown, depression, and weight loss

Quarantine

Confinement of an animal separate from the herd in an effort to prevent spread of disease

Fibrosarcoma

Cancer of the connective tissue

True or False: All vaccinations offer completed protection from the intended disease.

False

A _______ shot must be given a month or so after administration of a killed vaccine to elicit a memory response.

Booster

Which have higher immunity levels, young or older animals?

Older

How long should a new animal be quarantined when brought home?

2 to 4 weeks

Name a common side effect of vaccination.

Swelling or soreness

Does stress in animals require conscious thought?

No

Does a vaccine exist for distemper in dogs?

Yes

Can a vaccine affect milk prodution?

Yes

Should modified live vaccine be refriderated?

Yes

How does allowing an animal's hair coat to become wet and matted contribute to disease conditions?

The animal loses higher levels of heat

Describe the cough in kennel cough.

Severe, dry hacking cough

Name two types of immunity.

Active and passive

List at least two factors used in developing a vaccination program.

The risk of acquiring an infection, and age

List the symptoms of equine infectious anemia.

Fever, an anemia from the breakdown of red blood cells, depression, and weight loss