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Vaccinations should be current before breeding.
True
What can rhinopneumonitis cause?
abortions
How long does gestation in horses usually last?
330 to 365 days
An older or stressed mare may have a shorter gestation.
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The mare will show signs of distress in her face and strain with each contraction.
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2 to 10 gallons of water will be expelled when the water bag breaks.
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What steps should not be taken when a mare is in labor?
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Straw bedding is too sticky for a newborn wet foal.
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One stage of labor will only last a few?
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The Spanish horse bloodline adds strength and courage.
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There are no American associations for the Akhal Tekke.
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The American Bashkir Curly has a smooth silky coat.
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The American Saddlebred was developed in the northern United States.
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The Arabian horse is often called the most beautiful horse in the world.
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Horses should receive how much long stem forage per day?
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Which of the following is an important factor affecting the quality of hay?
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Which insects found in legume hay can cause health problems?
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Feeding from a feed tub instead of directly on sand or dirt prevents which condition?
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What is the ideal minimum number of times per day a horse should be fed?
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A neuron has:
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The peripheral nervous system includes the?
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In humans, which part of the brain contains 80% of its weight?
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The brain is directly protected by the?
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The central nervous system includes?
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Which of the following may cause behavioral problems due to confinement?
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Which of the following is commonly used to house draft horses?
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Which of the following is not a primary housing requirement?
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Which of the following is the most traditional fencing?
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Which of the following helps prevent horses from damaging fences?
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Which of the following decreases the risk of condensation?
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Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is also known as which of the following?
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Which of the following is not a symptom of COPD?
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Scratches is also referred to as which of the following?
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Which of the following animals is the source of infective sporocysts causing EPM?
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EPM is a disease caused by a protozoan affecting which part of the horse?
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Which of the following is not a symptom of EPM?
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A pregnant mare does not require a great deal of exercise.
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Study Notes
Vaccination and Breeding
- Vaccinations should be up to date before breeding begins.
Reproductive Health Issues
- Rhinopneumonitis can lead to abortions in horses.
- An older or stressed mare may experience a shorter gestation period.
Gestation and Labor
- Horse gestation typically lasts between 330 to 365 days.
- Labor can induce visible signs of distress in the mare's face and she may strain with each contraction.
- One stage of labor lasts only a few minutes.
- Sand colic risk can be reduced by feeding from a tub rather than directly on dirt.
Foal Care
- When mares are in labor, avoid large stalls that are bedded with shavings to prevent complications.
- Straw bedding is not too sticky for a newborn wet foal.
Horse Breeds and Characteristics
- The Spanish horse bloodline contributes strength and courage.
- There are no official American associations for the Akhal Tekke breed.
- The American Bashkir Curly is not known for a smooth silky coat.
- The American Saddlebred is developed in the southern United States, not the north.
- The Arabian horse is often recognized as one of the most beautiful horse breeds.
Nutritional Needs
- Horses should consume about 1% of their body weight in long stem forage daily.
- Quality of hay is impacted by various important factors, including timeliness of cutting and storage conditions.
- Blister beetles found in legume hay can cause health complications in horses.
Feeding Practices
- Horses should ideally be fed a minimum of two times per day to maintain health.
Nervous System Overview
- A neuron has essential qualities necessary for overall function.
- The peripheral nervous system includes structures like the spinal cord.
- The central nervous system encompasses the brain and spinal cord, with the cerebrum comprising a significant weight of the brain.
Housing and Behavior
- Confinement in box stalls may lead to behavioral issues in horses.
- Standing stalls are commonly used for housing draft horses.
- Providing adequate storage space is not considered a primary requirement for horse housing.
Fencing and Insulation
- Wooden fences represent traditional fencing systems for horse containment.
- Electric fences can help prevent damage to fencing structures.
- Insulation can significantly reduce the risk of condensation in barns.
Health Conditions
- Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is also known as Heaves; common symptoms do not include stumbling.
- Scratches are also referred to as greasy heel, a common hoof-related condition.
EPM and Related Diseases
- EPM (Equine Protozoal Myeloencephalitis) is caused by infectious sporocysts from opossums and primarily affects the horse's central nervous system; symptoms of EPM do not include coughing.
Exercise and Health
- It is a misconception that pregnant mares do not require regular exercise; they should remain active for health.
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