Exam 2 Flashcards
True or False
Bot fly larvae can damage the lining go the stomach, where they attach
True
True or False
The toxin causing Tetanus is called Clostridium perfringen.
False, Clostridium tetani
True or False
Rabies is transmitted from the blood of an infected wild animal to a horse
False, transmitted when saliva comes into contact with mucous membrane.
True or False
A mature, maintenance horse would require ~1 acre of pasture (carrying capacity) if providing it as a forage source.
False
True or False
Pinworms are more commonly found in younger horses.
True
The most common blood feeding flying pest to a horse is:
a. mosquito
b. horse fly
c. stable fly
d. bot fly
c
A common sign of parasitism in the horse is:
a. lameness
b. excitedness
c. increased stamina
d. dull, rough haircoat
d
Which of the following is not a common type of dewormer:
a. continuous
b. annual
c. interval
d. strategic
b
Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA) can result in:
a. colic
b. abortion
c. navicular
d. ringbone
b
A simple test to determine is infection from parasites is present is called:
a. urinalysis
b. fecal egg count
c. intestinal assessment
d. larval population survey
b
EPM may be caused by the parasite:
a. Listeria monocytogenes
b. Escherichia coli
c. Sarcocystis neurona
d. Cytosel protozeus
c
_____ is the form of rhinopneumonitis that causes abortion.
EHV-1
A tiny _____ is the intermediate host of the tapeworm
mite
Equine Encephalomyelitis is transmitted by _____ after they have acquired the virus from birds or rodents.
mosquitos, ticks
_____ is highly contagious, can be transmitted by aerosol (snorting, coughing) from horse to horse (viruses may shed for up to 4-8 days) over distances as far as 30 yards.
Influenza
_____ disease has a natural host of birds and can cause muscle tremors and loss of coordination.
West-nile virus
Which parasite becomes encysted in the lining of the intestine?
Small strongyles
List one clinical sign of strangles (distemper):
swelling of the lymph nodes - puss filled
In addition to using a dewormer, name one method of managing parasites:
spreading or removing manure from the pasture
Name one example of a disease whose vaccine is considered a core vaccine:
Rabies
True or False
Black Hand No. 1, by a shetland pony and out of an Appaloosa mare, is the primary foundation sure for the Pony of the Americas (P.O.A)
true
True or False
Originating in the Netherlands, classical Friesians are baroque type and black
true
Developed in England, this breed, of which 90% are ponies, is known for its refined movements and great animation and way of going.
a. Shetland
b. Welsh
c. Hackney
d. Haflinger
c
Where did the Andalusian originate?
Iberian Peninsula
What is a characteristic of the Andalusian?
Grey or Bay, 80% of US horses are grey
Where did the Lusitano originate?
Iberian Peninsula
What is a characteristic of the Lusitano?
Extensive attention for lineages
Where did the Friesian originate?
Friesland
What is a characteristic of the Friesian?
Black in color, Europes oldest breed
Where did the Lipizzan originate?
Slovenia
What is a characteristic of the Lipizzan?
High neck arch
Where did the Hanoverian originate?
Germany
What is a characteristic of the Hanoverian?
One of the oldest, most successful warmbloods,
Where did the Oldenburg originate?
Germany
What is a characteristic of the Oldenburg?
Compact, super powerful hindquarters
Where did the Irish Draught originate?
Ireland
What is a characteristic of the Irish Draught?
Any strong whole color, excessive white markings are not desirable
Where did the Shetland Pony originate?
Scotland
What is a characteristic of the Shetland pony?
can pull up to 2 times its weight, very strong
Where did the Ponies of America originate?
Iowa
What is a characteristic of the Ponies of America?
Blanket, snow-capped, Leopard patterns, and Roan
Where did the Welsh pony originate?
Wales
What is a characteristic of the Welsh pony?
short back, small heads, large eyes
Where did the Hackney Pony/Horse originate?
England
What is a characteristic of the Hackney Pony/Horse?
Highly distinctive action, high knee and hock action
Where did the Connemara pony originate?
Ireland
What is a characteristic of the Connemara pony?
Hoof wall separation disease
Sprung rib cage and broad chest
Where did the Chincoteague Pony originate?
They don’t know specifically
What is a characteristic of the Chincoteague pony?
Thick necks and large bellies
Where did the Norwegian Fjord originate?
Norway
What is a characteristic of the Norwegian Fjord?
Zebra stripes on legs or dorsal stripe down back, Most Brown dun
Where did the Haflinger originate?
Austria and Northern Italy
What is a characteristic of the Haflinger?
small, sturdy chestnut or sorrel colored with a white mane and tail
Where did the Percheron originate?
western France
What is a characteristic of the Percheron?
generally grey or black, one of power and ruggedness
Where did the Clydesdale originate?
Scotland
What is a characteristic of the Clydesdale?
Short backed, broad chested stance, well sprung rib (no absolute breed standards)
What vaccine poses a risk of severe disease?
Core vaccines
What disease is unique for loss of coordination (ataxia)?
West Nile Virus
