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?