Explanation should include
- timing
- techniques and tools used to dehorn, castrate, identify (i.e., branding, tattooing, notching), and docking livestock
- defense of humane dehorning, castration, identification and docking
- safety considerations for dehorning, castration, and docking.
Explanation may also include Beef Quality Assurance certification.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is the purpose of docking?
- Why is it important to be able to identify livestock?
- Why is castration important?
- What issues related to humane treatment are raised when discussing dehorning? Castration? Docking?
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