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