7: GIN in small ruminants Flashcards
1
Q
Which parasite causes decreased absorption of calcium and phosphorus?
A
Trichostrongylus
2
Q
Which temperatures does T circumcincta like?
A
Cooler, damper
3
Q
Where do L1 and L2 develop?
A
In the faecal pat
4
Q
How does host immunity affect the number and lifespan of worms?
A
Decreases
5
Q
When does ewe immunity dip?
A
Two weeks before parturition to 6-8 weeks after when they are exposed to worms again
6
Q
What is ram immunity like compared to ewes?
A
Not as good
7
Q
What is immunity like in castrated lambs?
A
Better as lack of testosterone
8
Q
Which ages of goat are susceptible to GINs?
A
ALL ages - not evolved to cope
9
Q
Which species GINs affect goats?
A
Sheep and cattle
