JSS 1 Livestock Farming Flashcards: Signs of Sickness in Sheep and Goats and Veterinary Care

Question 1

A sheep or goat that stops eating is described as being ____.

Accepted Answer

off feed

Question 2

Poor appetite in an animal means it ____.

Accepted Answer

eats less than normal

Question 3

Sluggishness in a sheep or goat means ____.

Accepted Answer

unusual weakness or slow activity

Question 4

Limping is a sign that may indicate pain or injury in the animal’s ____.

Accepted Answer

leg or hoof

Question 5

Abnormal nasal discharge may indicate a problem affecting the ____.

Accepted Answer

respiratory system

Question 6

Respiratory distress means the animal is having difficulty ____.

Accepted Answer

breathing

Question 7

A rough, dull hair coat may be a sign of poor health or ____.

Accepted Answer

poor nutrition or parasites

Question 8

Which is NOT a sign of sickness: bright alert behaviour, poor appetite, abnormal discharge, or sluggishness?

Accepted Answer

bright alert behaviour

Question 9

A sick animal should be separated from the herd mainly to ____.

Accepted Answer

limit disease spread and allow close observation

Question 10

After isolating a sick animal, the farmer should provide water and ____.

Accepted Answer

contact a veterinary professional

Question 11

An animal clinic provides ____.

Accepted Answer

professional diagnosis and treatment

Question 12

An agrovet centre can supply approved animal-health products and ____.

Accepted Answer

professional guidance

Question 13

Why should medicine not be given without correct diagnosis and dosage?

Accepted Answer

The wrong treatment may harm the animal or hide the disease.

Question 14

A farmer reporting illness should describe signs, duration, number affected, and ____.

Accepted Answer

recent changes or treatments

Question 15

Taking an animal’s temperature should be done with suitable equipment and ____.

Accepted Answer

proper restraint or trained help

Question 16

Which sign requires urgent veterinary attention: severe breathing difficulty, normal chewing, alert movement, or smooth coat?

Accepted Answer

severe breathing difficulty

Question 17

Records of illness and treatment help the farmer monitor response and ____.

Accepted Answer

avoid repeating unsafe or ineffective treatment

Question 18

Good biosecurity after handling a sick animal includes washing hands and ____.

Accepted Answer

cleaning or disinfecting equipment

Question 19

A dead animal should be handled according to veterinary and local ____.

Accepted Answer

disease-control guidance

Question 20

The correct response sequence is observe signs → isolate safely → record details → ____.

Accepted Answer

obtain veterinary help

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