How to Care for Cattle
  • 1. What is the primary feed source for cattle?
A) Dog food
B) Candy
C) Ice cream
D) Forage
  • 2. What is the ideal BCS (Body Condition Score) range for beef cattle at calving?
A) 8-9
B) 1-2
C) 3-4
D) 5-6
  • 3. Which of these is a core cattle vaccine?
A) Feline Leukemia
B) Rabies (dog)
C) IBR
D) Parvo
  • 4. What is the average gestation period for cattle?
A) 150 days
B) 60 days
C) 365 days
D) 283 days
  • 5. What is the purpose of dehorning cattle?
A) To make them look better
B) To reduce injury to cattle and handlers
C) To improve milk production
D) To increase their weight
  • 6. What is the term for a female bovine that has not yet had a calf?
A) Steer
B) Bull
C) Heifer
D) Cow
  • 7. What is the term for a castrated male bovine?
A) Steer
B) Cow
C) Heifer
D) Bull
  • 8. What mineral is essential for cattle and often provided as a salt lick?
A) Uranium
B) Gold
C) Platinum
D) Sodium
  • 9. What is bloat in cattle?
A) A respiratory disease
B) Loss of appetite
C) A skin condition
D) Excessive gas accumulation in the rumen
  • 10. What is dystocia?
A) Easy calving
B) Rapid growth
C) High milk yield
D) Difficult calving
  • 11. What is the best way to prevent pinkeye in cattle?
A) Decreasing water intake
B) Fly control
C) Increasing grain consumption
D) Applying sunscreen
  • 12. What is the name for the process of giving birth in cattle?
A) Parturition
B) Metamorphosis
C) Photosynthesis
D) Mitosis
  • 13. What is the purpose of creep feeding calves?
A) To train them to jump
B) To wean them early
C) To prevent them from growing
D) To provide supplemental nutrition
  • 14. What type of bedding is commonly used for cattle?
A) Straw
B) Metal
C) Plastic
D) Glass
  • 15. What is the target weight gain per day for growing cattle?
A) 5-7 lbs
B) 0-0.5 lbs
C) 10-12 lbs
D) 1.5-3 lbs
  • 16. What is Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD) commonly called?
A) Foot and Mouth Disease
B) Shipping Fever
C) Ringworm
D) Mad Cow Disease
  • 17. What is the term for a group of cattle?
A) Swarm
B) Herd
C) Flock
D) Pack
  • 18. What is the most important nutrient for cattle?
A) Fat
B) Water
C) Carbohydrates
D) Protein
  • 19. What is the purpose of rotational grazing?
A) To prevent the cattle from eating
B) To improve pasture health
C) To make the cattle run faster
D) To increase soil erosion
  • 20. How often should cattle be checked for signs of illness?
A) Monthly
B) Daily
C) Weekly
D) Annually
  • 21. What is the primary sign of foot rot in cattle?
A) Increased appetite
B) Lameness
C) Shiny coat
D) Weight gain
  • 22. What is the withdrawal period for medications in cattle?
A) The time it takes to administer the drug
B) The time of day the drug is given
C) The time required for the drug to leave the animal's system
D) The shelf life of the drug
  • 23. Why is it important to provide shade for cattle in hot weather?
A) To make them grow faster
B) To keep them clean
C) To improve their milk production
D) To prevent heat stress
  • 24. Which of the following is NOT a method of identification for cattle?
A) Microchipping
B) Ear tagging
C) Painting
D) Branding
  • 25. What is the ideal water temperature for cattle?
A) 40-80°F
B) Above 150°F
C) 100-120°F
D) 0-32°F
  • 26. What is a common cause of hardware disease in cattle?
A) Genetic defect
B) Ingestion of metal objects
C) Bacterial infection
D) Vitamin deficiency
  • 27. Why is colostrum important for newborn calves?
A) It provides hydration
B) It provides antibodies
C) It provides energy
D) It helps them sleep
  • 28. What is the best way to control parasites in cattle?
A) Integrated pest management
B) Ignoring them
C) Overgrazing
D) Using the same dewormer repeatedly
  • 29. What is the average lifespan of a beef cow?
A) 20-25 years
B) 6-10 years
C) 1-2 years
D) 30-40 years
  • 30. What is the rumen in cattle?
A) The small intestine
B) The bladder
C) The largest compartment of the stomach
D) The large intestine
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