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Signs of Estrus in Livestock Animals

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Why is the calf not allowed to suck all the teats in the first 20 days?

To ensure the dam produces enough milk for milking
To avoid the calf consuming the entire colostrum, which can lead to diarrhea, dysentery, and even death (correct)
To prevent the calf from becoming too dependent on the dam
To establish a routine for the calf to follow throughout the lactation period

How many teats is the calf allowed to suck after the critical period of 20 days?

Three teats for the next 3 months
One teat
All teats from the age of 6-7 months
Two teats for the next 2 months (correct)

What is the purpose of tying the teats of the dam during weaning?

To prepare the dam for the next breeding season
To stimulate milk production in the dam
To prevent the calf from sucking milk (correct)
To ensure the dam's udder does not become engorged

If the dam dies before the calf reaches 3 months of age, what is the recommended course of action?

It may be difficult to rear the calf (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical lactation period of a female camel?

15 months (B) Signup and view all the answers

If the calf dies, what is likely to happen to the cow's milk production?

The cow will continue to give milk (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended age for weaning a camel calf?

15 months (C) Signup and view all the answers

If the dam dies after the calf reaches 3 months of age, what is the recommended course of action?

All of the above (D) Signup and view all the answers

When is the calf allowed to accompany the dam for grazing?

When the calf is about 8-10 days old (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of applying antiseptic to the navel cord of a newborn calf?

To prevent infections (D) Signup and view all the answers

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