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Why is the calf not allowed to suck all the teats in the first 20 days?
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?
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?
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?
If the dam dies before the calf reaches 3 months of age, what is the recommended course of action?
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What is the typical lactation period of a female camel?
What is the typical lactation period of a female camel?
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If the calf dies, what is likely to happen to the cow's milk production?
If the calf dies, what is likely to happen to the cow's milk production?
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What is the recommended age for weaning a camel calf?
What is the recommended age for weaning a camel calf?
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If the dam dies after the calf reaches 3 months of age, what is the recommended course of action?
If the dam dies after the calf reaches 3 months of age, what is the recommended course of action?
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When is the calf allowed to accompany the dam for grazing?
When is the calf allowed to accompany the dam for grazing?
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What is the purpose of applying antiseptic to the navel cord of a newborn calf?
What is the purpose of applying antiseptic to the navel cord of a newborn calf?
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