Title: Identify common diseases and disorders found in livestock and companion animals, their causes, and methods for prevention and treatment.
Course: Introduction to Animal Systems (8008) > Section: Managing Animal Health

Identification should include identifying the types of diseases and disorders caused by

- viruses
- bacteria
- fungi
- parasites
  - protozoal
  - helminths (i.e., worms)

- prions
- nutritional deficiencies
- hereditary/genetic
- toxins.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are some common diseases caused by bacteria in livestock?
- What are some common viral infections in livestock?
- What are some protozoal diseases in cattle?
- What are some zoonotic parasites endemic to the United States that have a high prevalence in companion animals, and how are they transmitted?