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