FASH17: Husbandry Diseases of Camelids Flashcards
1
Q
TPR of Camelids.
A
T: 37.5-38.9
P: 60-90
R: 10-30
2
Q
What what weight should you breed camelids?
A
60% of mature body weight
3
Q
What type of ovulators are camelids?
A
Induced (penile penetration of vagina and cervix)
4
Q
What do you do if you have retained fetal membranes in an alpaca?
A
Should be expelled within 6 hours
Use Oxytocin
Antibiotic and NSAID
Distend with fluid and gentle manual removal
5
Q
What live fluke treatment should you not give to crias and why?
A
Albendazole due to potential toxicity
6
Q
What is the agent of coccidiosis in camelids?
A
Eimeria macusaniensis
7
Q
How do you treat coccidioisis in camelids?
A
Sulfadimethoxine
8
Q
What is mycoplasma haemolamina?
A
Flattened oval RBC
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