ANS Exam 3

primitive mark represented by a thin white band right above hoof wall

coronet

primitive mark that goes up to the hock

stocking

where are a horse's blind spots

directly in front and directly behind

what can contribute to founder

high grain diet, excess grain (get into feed room), lush pasture

abdominal pain in horses

colic

an animal trained to perform a duty that a disabled person cannot is a/an

service animal

most common companion animal (by \# of households)

dog

most common companion animal (by actual number)

cats

When do horses have a full mouth?

5 years

breed classification of dogs known for baying

hounds

an animal who is trained to be social and interact with people for their "job"

therapy animal

what are the primary influences on pet ownership

income, household size, life stage, home ownership

most common cat breed in US

American Shorthair

Which breed classification is known for their ability to control other animals?

Herding

fiesty, energetic dog breed

Terrier

where does fermentation occur in the horse

cecum

primitive mark that stops at ankle

Pastern

Primitive mark that goes right above the ankle

ankle

primitive mark that does not reach all the way to hock

half stocking/ sock

primitive mark that reaches hock

stocking

primitive mark right above hoof wall but only on back side

heel

which breed has primitive marks on all four feet

Palomino

facial primitive mark including a small white spot in between eyes

star

facial primitive mark including a small stripe of white down center of face

strip

facial primitive mark including larger white stripe down face, not touching eyes

blaze

facial primitive mark including almost all of face ,including eyes

bald

facial primitive mark including small white spot on muzzle

snip

what feed stuff is mainly fed to horses

alfalfa hay

what %age of body weight do horses need to intake every day

.75%

condition in horses where bone breaks away from the laminae of the hoof

founder

which breed is known as a working cow horse

Quarter Horse

which breed excels at endurance and speed over long distances

Arabian

what is gestation length of horses

11 months

horse estrus cycle length

21 days

which breed classification is known for not getting along well with other dogs

terrier

which breed classification is considered "yippy"

toys

which dog breed ranks highest in intelligence

Border Collie

founder causes

hoof wall breaks away from laminae causing uneven growth and inflammation

cribbing

Vice in which an equine grasps an object between the teeth, applies pressure, and swallows air

the \________ of horses teeth changes with age

angle

what does it mean to float teeth

using file to wear down edges of molars which could become sharp and cause problems

types of ponies and minis

Welch, Shetland

\_____ of Americans own companion animals

2/3

uses for companion animals

Companionship, Work, Competition, Business

which animal is does not have the right to be allowed anywhere but can fly

emotional support animal

breed group that is naturally active and alert, require regular exercise, good in water and woods

sporting dogs

sporting dog example breeds

Labs, Golden Retriever, Cocker Spaniel, Irish Setter, Weimaraner, Brittany Spaniel

breed group known for hunting, bred for scent & stamina, very diverse, known to bay

hounds

hound dog example breeds

Bloodhound, Beagle, Dachshund, Greyhound, Basset Hound, Afghan Hound

Dachshunds were used in what way for hunting

to go into badger holes

breed group known for large size, trained to guard, pull, water rescue, quick learners and very intelligent. (must train)

Working dogs

working dog example breeds

Newfoundland, Doberman Pinscher, Rotweiler, Mastiff, Bernese Mountain Dog, Great Pyrenees

breed group known for distinctive personality, small tolerance for other animals, bred to hunt and kill vermin

terriers

terrier example breeds

Jack Russel, Cairn Terrier, Border Terrier, Bull Terrier, Scottish Terrier, Airedale Terrier

Breed group whose purpose is to "embody sheer delight", known to be "yippy", ideal apartment dogs

toys

toy example breeds

Yorkshire Terrier, Chiuaua, Pug, Pekingese, Maltese, Havanese

breed group that is diverse and does not fit together

non-sporting

non-sporting example breeds

Dalmatian, Poodle, Chow Chow, Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Esimo

breed group known for ability to control other animals, former working group, very intelligent

herding

herding example breeds

Border Collie, Corgi, Old English Sheepdog, German Shepherd, Collie, Australian Shepherd

Cat breeds

American Shorthair, American Bobtail, Persian, Abyssinian, Maine Coon, Siamese

What is the number one sheep producing state?

Texas

Gestation length for a sheep

150 days

What is photoperiod?

Hours of daylight that effects the estrous cycle of an animal.

How long is a sheep estrous cycle?

17 days

When is a lamb weaned from its mother?

after 60 days

Main goal of the sheep industry

200% lamb crop each spring. (Two lambs per ewe)

What does the term gregarious mean?

refers to animals that flock together in groups

What are the two types of flocks?

range flock and farm flock

What is a popular range flock breed?

Ramboulette

Major predators to range flock sheep

Large birds and coyotes

Major predators to farm flocks

coyotes and dogs

When is different about farm flocks than range flocks?

farm flocks are highly managed. range flocks are not.

What is a jug?

A pen used to keep the lambing ewe and newborn lamb together

What are popular guard animals for sheep?

Dogs, Jennys, Llamas

What is a sign of anemia in sheep?

check the third eye lid... if its white they have anemia, which means that they have worms

What are sheep fed in feedlots?

90% corn diet

when do sheep enter the feedlots? (What lbs)When do they exit?

70-90lbs\=enter, 120-150lbs\=exit

How long are the sheep fed in the feedlots?

4-10 months

Major diseases in sheep...

Over eating, which results in clostridium perfringes
Urinary calculi (only in males), caused by unbalance of P:Ca

What is the number 1 wool breed

Merino

What determines wool quality?

crimp and diameter

what is lanolin?

The oil or grease that protects wool

How long is a goats gestation?

150 days

how long is a goats estrous cycle

21 days

Three main goats products are... (three M's)

meat, milk, mohair

If a sheep is older than one year it's meat is considered...

mutton

What is the number 1 egg laying state

Iowa

how many days from hatch to harvest for a chicken?

42

What is the incubation period for a chick?

21 days

Most common layer breed...

White Leghorn

most common broiler breed...

Cornish Rock

average layer weight

1.5 lbs

the laying of a hens eggs is based on

photoperiod (16 hours of light... 8 hours of darkness)

how are turkeys fed

split sex feeding

how long are turkey eggs incubated

28 days

why are turkey and chicken feathers white?

they are perceived as being more clean

how can you tell the color of a chicken egg

check its ear lobes

what is a young turkey called

poult or jake

What type of market is the duck, quail, or pheasant

niche market