Introduction to Herd Health Flashcards
1
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what is herd health management?
A
methods used to optimize health, welfare, and production in population
treat sick animals with “big picture” perspective (nutrition and environment)
2
Q
what are the two basic strategies of herd health management?
A
biosecurity
biocontainment
3
Q
define biosecurity
A
close-herd
exclude and prevent disease from entering
4
Q
define biocontainment
A
understanding the disease
control/eliminate disease that is already present
5
Q
what is a closed herd?
A
enhances biosecurity
6
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