Cattle Health, Pests and Diseases - Marley R

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Across
  1. 4. A common external parasite to cattle which feeds on their blood and causes mental and physical irritation. (4,3)
  2. 5. An internal parasite that can affect most large animals, including humans. They aren't very severe for cattle, but can cause a lack of nutrition and vigour. (8)
  3. 7. Acronym. A common neurological disease in cattle which is caused by rogue proteins which damage the brain. It can be spread to humans. (3)
  4. 9. A numerical rating used to assess a bovine's fat and muscle condition (4,9,5)
  5. 10. Word used to state that a particular animal is not immune to any disease (5)
  6. 11. An internal parasite that affects many types of livestock. Specifically causes damage to the liver, and can cause death. (5,5)
  7. 13. An external parasite which causes skin damage and persistent itching. Can cause hair loss, lesions and a wide range of issues. (7,4)
  8. 15. Bacterial infection affecting cattle, caused by Mycobacterium bovis (6,12)
Down
  1. 1. Word used to describe the ability of an animal to reproduce (9)
  2. 2. A chronic infection that results in persistent diarrhoea and eventual death (5,7)
  3. 3. The process of managing or curing a disease or condition (9)
  4. 6. The process taken to remove internal worms from cattle. (9)
  5. 8. Substance which when administered to an animal causes its immune system to make antibodies relating to a specific disease. (7)
  6. 12. Term used to reference an udder's well-being (5,6)
  7. 14. The chamber of a ruminant stomach which breaks down bacteria. Also called fermentation vat. (5)