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Animal Care Unit 1B2
Common disease in animals
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Name a zoonotic disease | Salmonella, ringworm |
| In which species is salmonella more common? | Chickens and bearded dragons |
| What is meant by zoonotic? | It can be passed from animals to humans |
| What are the signs/symptoms of salmonella? | High temperature. Long lasting diarrhoea. Lethargy. Weight loss and septicaemia (blood poisoning) |
| How do we treat salmonella? | Fluids to rehydrate after fluid loss through diarrhoea. Electrolytes in fluids to balance the levels of electrolytes in the body. Antibiotics. Anti-diarrhoeal drugs |
| How do we prevent salmonella? | Quarantining new animals. Isolation of infected animals. Good hygiene. Control of pests (rats, mice and flies). |
| Which virus only affects RABBITS? | Myxomatosis |
| How is myxomatosis spread? | By mosquitoes and fleas or direct contact with an infected rabbit |
| What are the signs and symptoms of myxomatosis? | Lumps on the body). Swelling of the eyes, head and genitals. Conjunctivitis (yellow/green discharge from eyes). Lethargy. Loss of appetite. Fever. Secondary bacterial infections such as pneumonia can develop as a result of the lowered immune system. |
| How do we treat myxomatosis? | Keeping the animal warm and comfortable. Bathe the eyes with warm water. Fluids. Antibiotics to prevent/treat secondary bacterial infections. |
| How do we prevent myxomatosis? | Vaccination (usually yearly, but every six months in areas where myxomatosis is common). Control of insects (flea treatment, mosquito screens). Isolation of sick rabbits. |
| Name a fungus that can be found in mammals | Ringworm ● a zoonotic disease, which means that humans can catch it, so care must be taken when working with infected animals |
| Is myxomatosis a virus or a bacteria? | Virus |
| Is salmonella a virus or a bacteria? | Bacteria |
| What are the signs/symptoms of ringworm? | Raised red circular lesions. Hair loss. Excessive scratching and thickening of the skin |
| How do we treat ringworm? | Antifungal creams. Antibiotics to treat secondary skin infections |
| How do we prevent ringworm? | Thorough cleaning and disinfection of animal enclosures and fencing. Isolation of infected animals. |
| If an animal is infected by ringworm, what must be worn when handling them? | PPE (disposable gloves, overalls) |
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