How to Raise Minks
  • 1. What is the primary purpose for raising minks?
A) Fur production
B) Companionship
C) Meat production
D) Pest control
  • 2. What type of housing is typically used for mink farming?
A) Open pastures
B) Glass enclosures
C) Aquariums
D) Wire cages
  • 3. What is a common dietary component for farmed minks?
A) Berries
B) Hay
C) Bamboo
D) Fish
  • 4. What is the typical breeding season for minks?
A) Autumn
B) Winter
C) Spring
D) Summer
  • 5. What is the gestation period of a mink?
A) 20-30 days
B) 150-180 days
C) 90-120 days
D) 40-75 days
  • 6. What is a kit?
A) A type of cage
B) A dietary supplement
C) A young mink
D) A disease
  • 7. What is 'pelting' in mink farming?
A) Administering vaccines
B) Cleaning the cages
C) Feeding the minks
D) Removing the fur
  • 8. What is Aleutian disease?
A) A genetic disorder
B) A bacterial infection
C) A nutritional deficiency
D) A viral disease
  • 9. Which of the following is crucial for mink health?
A) Loud music
B) Overcrowding
C) Sanitation
D) Lack of water
  • 10. What is often added to mink feed to provide necessary nutrients?
A) Gravel
B) Vitamin supplements
C) Sand
D) Cardboard
  • 11. What is the typical lifespan of a mink in captivity?
A) 1-2 years
B) 15-20 years
C) 25-30 years
D) 5-10 years
  • 12. What is the term for a female mink?
A) Jill
B) Sow
C) Buck
D) Doe
  • 13. What is the term for a male mink?
A) Hob
B) Jill
C) Ram
D) Bull
  • 14. Why is biosecurity important in mink farming?
A) Increase fur price
B) Attract tourists
C) Prevent disease spread
D) Improve mink's singing
  • 15. What is a common bedding material used for minks?
A) Glass shards
B) Metal scraps
C) Concrete
D) Wood shavings
  • 16. Which of these is a sign of a healthy mink?
A) Weight loss
B) Lethargy
C) Glossy fur
D) Runny nose
  • 17. What is typically done with mink carcasses after pelting?
A) Left in cages
B) Sold as pets
C) Buried alive
D) Rendering
  • 18. How often are minks typically fed?
A) Daily
B) Never
C) Monthly
D) Weekly
  • 19. What is the ideal temperature range for mink housing?
A) 120-140°F
B) 90-110°F
C) 50-70°F
D) 0-20°F
  • 20. Why is proper ventilation important in mink farming?
A) Scares the minks
B) Attracts flies
C) Increases ammonia buildup
D) Reduces ammonia buildup
  • 21. What is the main consideration when selecting breeding minks?
A) Aggressiveness
B) Small size
C) Fur quality
D) Color blindness
  • 22. What is the purpose of a nest box in a mink cage?
A) Collects waste
B) Generates electricity
C) Provides shelter
D) Holds food
  • 23. What type of predator control is often necessary on mink farms?
A) Playing loud music
B) Fencing
C) Ignoring the problem
D) Offering free food
  • 24. What is the importance of record-keeping in mink farming?
A) Making the farm look organized
B) Tracking lineage
C) Entertaining the minks
D) Avoiding regulations
  • 25. Which government agency typically regulates mink farming?
A) Department of Agriculture
B) Department of Interior
C) Department of Defense
D) Department of Education
  • 26. What is a potential environmental concern related to mink farming?
A) Water pollution
B) Decreased rainfall
C) Increased biodiversity
D) Reduced carbon emissions
  • 27. What is the most common method of euthanasia for minks?
A) Starvation
B) Carbon dioxide
C) Drowning
D) Hammer blow
  • 28. Why is minimizing stress important for minks?
A) Increases their lifespan
B) Reduces their appetite
C) Affects fur quality
D) Makes them friendlier
  • 29. What is the purpose of a 'grading' process after pelting?
A) Feed the minks
B) Clean the cages
C) Sort by fur quality
D) Administer vaccines
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