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What is the typical weight range of sheep at slaughter?
What is the duration of the oestrous cycle in sheep?
What is the dental formula for sheep?
What is the name of the sustainability scheme in sheep farming?
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What term refers to a castrated male sheep?
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At what stage of life do sheep typically weigh 3-5 kg?
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What is the primary purpose of a fostering crate in sheep farming?
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Which of the following is NOT a chamber in the ruminant stomach of a sheep?
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What is the primary reason why sheep are classified as ruminants?
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What is the primary purpose of docking in sheep farming?
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Study Notes
Sheep Weight and Oestrous Cycle
- Typical slaughter weight for sheep ranges from 30-40 kg.
- Oestrous cycle in sheep lasts approximately 17 days.
- Duration of oestrous in sheep is around 36 hours.
Dental Formula and Sustainability
- Dental formula for sheep is (0033/4033) x2.
- The sustainability scheme for sheep farming is called SBLAS.
Castration and Lamb Weight
- Castrated male sheep are referred to as Wethers.
- At birth, sheep typically weigh between 3-5 kg.
Fostering and Sheep Farming Practices
- Fostering crates are used to facilitate the adoption of orphaned or rejected lambs.
- Skinning a dead lamb and using fostering crates are methods of fostering sheep.
Ruminant Stomach and Docking
- Sheep have a four-chambered stomach, which is essential for digesting cellulose in plant material.
- The main purpose of docking in sheep is to prevent injury.
Identifying and Scanning Sheep
- Scanning is done to identify pregnant ewes, ensuring better flock management.
- Cecum is not a chamber in a ruminant stomach of a sheep.
Sheep Classification and Terminology
- Sheep are classified as ruminants due to their four stomach chambers.
- Female sheep are called Ewes, while male sheep are Rams.
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This quiz covers important aspects of sheep farming, including their biological cycles, dental formulas, and sustainable practices. Learn about sheep weight, fostering techniques, and animal management tailored to improve flock health. Perfect for aspiring sheep farmers and veterinary students.
