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