Diseases/Diaease Prevention
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Define antioxidant
Oxidation inhibiting substance Antioxidants help prevent cellular damage caused by oxidative stress.
Define ventilation
The exchange of air from within a building and the outside Proper ventilation is crucial for maintaining air quality.
Define tunnel ventilation
Ventilation systems with air inlets at one end of a building and outlets at the other Tunnel ventilation is often used in agricultural settings.
Define met dewlap
A skin infection in the lower neck of rabbits This condition can lead to serious health issues if untreated.
Define biosecurity
Practices that protect health by preventing the introduction and spread of pathogens Biosecurity measures are essential in veterinary practices.
Define equine infectious anemia
Viral disease in horses causing fever, breakdown of red blood cells, depression, and weight loss This disease is transmitted by bloodsucking insects.
Define quarantine
Confinement of an animal separate from the herd to prevent the spread of disease Quarantine is a critical practice in disease management.
Define fibrosarcoma
Cancer that develops in the connective tissue Fibrosarcoma can occur in various species and requires prompt treatment.
How does allowing an animal’s hair coat to become wet and matted contribute to disease conditions?
Animals lose heat when hair is wet, increasing physical stress. Skin disorders can result Maintaining a clean and dry coat is important for animal health.
List the factors used in developing a vaccination program (5)
• Geographic location • Age • Sex • Function • Environment of animal These factors help tailor vaccination strategies to specific needs.
Name two types of immunity
• Active • Passive Both types of immunity play roles in disease prevention.
List the symptoms of equine infectious anemia (4)
• Fever • Anemia • Weight loss • Depression Early detection of symptoms is crucial for treatment.
List two medications that can effectively treat kennel cough
• Antibiotics • Cough suppressants Kennel cough is often self-limiting but may require treatment in severe cases.
What poses the greatest threat to biosecurity on a farm?
Introduction of new animals New animals can carry diseases that threaten the entire herd.
If a newly purchased animal appears healthy, why should it be quarantined?
It may be incubating a disease and not showing clinical infection signs Quarantine helps prevent outbreaks in the herd.
What happens when a dog develops a gastric twist?
The dog’s stomach distends, trapping air inside.
List the possible disease vectors found on a farm.
Trucks, people, rodererbirds, water supply, or feed.
When must a booster shot be given after administration of a killed vaccine?
A booster shot must be given a month or so after administration of a killed vaccine in order to elicit a memory response.
How long should an animal be quarantined when newly introduced to a herd?
2 - 4 weeks.
What are common side effects of vaccination?
Soreness, swelling.
What happens to an animal’s waste levels as stress levels rise?
Waste levels rise due to the sympathetic nervous system.
What is hyperadrenocorticism also known as?
Cushing’s disease.
What is the purpose of vaccination programs?
To establish herd immunity.
What type of immunity do natural infections and vaccines produce?
Active immunity.