Ectoparasiticide Application for Pregnant Ewes
Ectoparasiticides can be applied to pregnant ewes and breeding rams by:
- Swim bath
- Hand bath — Correct Answer
- Spraying
- Pouring
Explanation:
Correct Answer: Hand bath
Hand bath is used to apply ectoparasiticides to pregnant ewes and breeding rams. It involves gentle manual application of the dip solution by hand, avoiding the stress and physical exertion of swim bath.
Why Hand Bath for Pregnant Ewes?
- Swim bath (full immersion) could cause physical stress, leading to abortion in pregnant ewes
- Breeding rams need careful handling to protect their reproductive capacity
- Hand bath allows controlled, gentle application
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- Swim bath: Too stressful for pregnant animals; risk of abortion.
- Spraying: Not gentle enough for pregnant ewes.
- Pouring: Reserved for sheep with wounds, scab, and maggots.
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