Difference between revisions of "AY Honors/Goat Husbandry/Answer Key"
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==9. Name at least six items that are made from goat skins.== | ==9. Name at least six items that are made from goat skins.== | ||
| − | + | 1. Gloves | |
| + | 2. Drumheads | ||
| + | 3. rugs | ||
| + | 4. boots | ||
| + | 5. wineskin (Bible times in particular) | ||
| + | 6. lampshades | ||
| + | 7. coats | ||
==10. What are wattles? == | ==10. What are wattles? == | ||
Revision as of 02:42, 22 March 2008
1. Identify live or from pictures at least two breeds of goats. Tell if they are raised for milk, meat, or wool.
2. What type of housing should be provided for goats?
3. What types of feed are used for the following:
a. First month
b. Second month
c. Pregnancy
d. Freshened doe
e. Yearling
4. Name three poisonous plants to goats.
Milkweed
Nightshade
Rhododendron
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Bracken fern
Death camas
Hemlock
Laurel
Oleander
5. When are kids weaned?
Kids are weaned at6 to 8 weeks of age.
6. When must the buck kids be removed from the does, and why?
7. How are goat's hoofs trimmed?
8. Why are goats good for clearing brush land?
Goats are reputed to be willing to eat almost anything. The digestive systems of a goat allow nearly any organic substance to be broken down and used as nutrients. Contrary to this reputation, they are quite fastidious in their habits, preferring to browse on the tips of woody shrubs and trees, as well as the occasional broad leaved plant. However, it can fairly be said that goats will eat almost anything in the botanical world. Their plant diet is extremely varied and includes some species which are toxic or detrimental to cattle and sheep. This makes them valuable for controlling weeds and clearing brush and undergrowth.
9. Name at least six items that are made from goat skins.
1. Gloves 2. Drumheads 3. rugs 4. boots 5. wineskin (Bible times in particular) 6. lampshades 7. coats
