Disease

• What are the 7 signs of disease in cattle?


  Low BCS, discharge, laboured breathing, unreactive, dull coat, limp, and downer.
• What are the symptoms of disease in cattle?


  Not eating, not socialising, production target falling.
• What are the prevention mechanisms for disease in cattle?

  Closed herd and vaccinations.
• What is the cure for disease in cattle?

  Isolate the animal + call the vet.
• What must the farmer do if disease is found in his cattle?


  Notify the department of agriculture.
• What are 2 diseases found in cattle?


  Mad cow and foot + mouth.
• Why must disease be controlled in cattle?

  To protect export trade, and because it's a human health hazard.
• How is metabolic disease caused?


  From a lack of a mineral or vitamin in the diet.