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Which of these statements best describes treatment and control options for Bovine Anaplasmosis?

Describe the postion of the calf in the image below  

A herd of 1200 pigs approximately 14 weeks of age and 120 pounds average weight present with a dry, repeated cough of three weeks duration. With clinical exam and necropsy of two affected pigs, you observe rhinitis, bronchitis, sneezing, nasal discharge, ocular discharge, and mild deviation of the nasal septum. What co-infection is the most likely cause?

When testing for Johne’s disease, what must occur for a positive result with ELISA testing?

When performing routine castration and dehorning, administration of what vaccine is recommended to prevent post-operative complications?

One of your cow-calf clients has come to you for advice on managing his 2-year-old first calf heifers. He tries to have heifers calve out in the spring ahead of the main cow herd. He uses a low birth weight bull on his heifers but he’s had trouble with dystocia in the past and many of his heifers don’t re-breed as quickly as he’d like. Also, morbidity and mortality rates are higher in his calves born to first calf heifers. During the past few years drought conditions have limited his hay crop and he’s had to buy hay, but it’s usually poorer quality due to hay shortages. His cows and heifers are on a diligent vaccination schedule and there are no signs of infectious disease in the herd. His heifers are due to start calving in a month and he would like advice on what to do to help avoid the problems he’s had in past years. Based on the information given, which of the following answers would be the best advice to provide to this producer?

You are presented with a 3-year-old Jersey cow that is 14 days in milk. The owner reports a history of a bad dystocia and has been treating her for metritis. Her appetite and milk production have been progressively dropping over the last 2 days. On physical examination, you find a heart rate of 80 bpm, respiratory rate of 36 bpm, and a rectal temperature of 102.5°F. She had decreased rumen contractions, foul smelling, semi-mucoid uterine discharge, and a ping between her 10-13th ribs on her left side. What is your diagnosis?

Regarding twinning in mares, which of the following would be the most appropriate in minimizing the adverse effects of twin pregnancy?

You examine dairy cow that experienced dystocia 4 days ago. Her owner reports she is not eating her feed and her milk production has dropped to almost nothing. She is febrile and has an elevated heart rate as well as an obvious foul odor emanating from her reproductive tract. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

You are presented with a 1 year old Alpine doe that has been used for 4H showing for the past 3 months. The most recent show was 3 weeks ago. The doe has been bred and should kid in 8 weeks. The owner has noticed a swelling at the point of the doe’s right shoulder. On palpation this lump is found to be in the soft tissue, is approximately 8 cm. in diameter and feels soft in the center. There is a 1 cm. area of hair loss over the soft spot in the swelling. The most likely diagnosis for this swelling is: