pt 1 Flashcards
A characteristic of the Yorkshire pig
White with erect ears
Chamber of a ruminant’s stomach that is responsible for absorbing water and drying the ingesta?
Omasum
In swine, it refers to the act of giving birth?
Farrowing
Swine management practices permanently identifies pigs using a V-shaped mark?
Ear notching
In poultry, selective breeding primarily focuses on improving?
Growth rate, feed efficiency, and disease resistance
What is the average gestation period for swine?
114 days
Term used for an immature pig
Gilt
It is the digestive compartments known as the “true stomach” of ruminants?
Abomasum
The Vietnam Potbelly swine is primarily raised for?
Pet purposes
It is considered the most essential for swine, especially during all stages of development?
Water
What is the primary function of Reticulum in ruminants?
Catching and filtering large particles
Meaning of PSE in swine?
Pale, Soft, Exudative
It is a practice in poultry biosecurity
Strict control of farm entry points
Swine disease that is caused by a genetic factor?
Porcine Stress Syndrome
Why is tail docking performed for swine?
Prevent tail biting and infection
