Answer briefly the following numbers below and give what is being asked.
1. Using the internet, give three outstanding traits of a good animal caretaker.
a. _____________________________________________________________________
b. _____________________________________________________________________
c. _____________________________________________________________________
2. Give three career job opportunities in swine industry.
a. _____________________________________________________________________
b. _____________________________________________________________________
c. _____________________________________________________________________
3. Give and explain briefly the two breeds of swine.
a. _____________________________________________________________________
b. _____________________________________________________________________
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Answer:
1.
a. Good interpersonal, communication, customer service, and time management skills essential.
b. Affection for animals, concern for their welfare, and a willingness to accommodate animals in the work place.
c. Ability and initiative, working with minimal supervision and direction.
2.
a. Marketing
b. Feeder Pig Marketing
c. Slaughter Hog Marketing
3.
a. Berkshire
b. Chester White
Explanation:
3.
a. The third-most recorded breed of swine in the United States, Berkshires are known for fast and efficient growth.
b. Chester Whites originated in Chester County, Pa., from which their name was formed.
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Answer:
1.
a. Maturity, good judgment and a professional personal appearance.
b. Ability to read, write and understand English required.
c. Ability to identify problems or patient conditions (medical and behavioral) that need to be brought to the attention of the immediate supervisor or the veterinary technician.
2.
a. Farrow-to-Finish
b. Farrow-to-Feeder
c. Feeder-to-Finish
3.
a. Duroc
b. Hampshire
Explanation:
3.
a. The second-most recorded breed of swine in the United States, the red pigs with the drooping ears are valued for their product quality, carcass yield, fast growth and lean-gain efficiency.
b. The hogs with “the belt,” Hamp-shires are the fourth-most recorded breed in the United States.