Mammary Disease Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
Proper milking procedure depends on what?
A
Oxytocin release
2
Q
How does goats milk differ from cows milk?
A
Higher SCC
Major mastitis pathogens: CNS, staph aureus
Higher protein and fat
3
Q
SCC in goats and sheep
A
Goats: SCC primarily neutrophils
Sheep: SCC primarily macrophages
4
Q
What is the #1 cause of subclinical vs clinical IMI in small ruminants?
A
Subclinical: coag neg staph
Clinical: staph aureus
5
Q
Ovine Progressive Pneumonia
A
“Hard Bag” in sheep affecting both sides
6
Q
Caprine Arthritis Encephalitis
A
“Hard Bag” in goats
7
Q
What is the most common cause of mastitis in the sow?
A
Coliforms
8
Q
What is the most common cause of mastitis in the horse?
A
Strep zooepidemicus
