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