WAEC 2025 Animal Husbandry Obj & Essay Answers

ANIMAL HUSBANDRY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 🔥

1’2’3’4’5’6’7

*ANIMAL HUSBANDRY*

*NUMBER ONE*

(1ai)
[PICK ANY FIVE]
(i) To extend its shelf life
(ii) To prevent spoilage and bacterial growth
(iii) To maintain its nutritional content and quality
(iv) To improve its flavor and texture
(v) To facilitate storage and transportation
(vi) To increase availability and accessibility in areas with limited access to fresh meat
(vii) To reduce waste and save money
(viii) To meet specific cultural or religious dietary restrictions

(1aii)
[PICK ANY FIVE]
(i) Ham
(ii) Sausage
(iii) Bacon
(iv) Hot dogs
(v) Deli meats
(vi) Jerky
(vii) Pepperoni
(viii) Corned beef

(1b)
[PICK ANY FOUR]
(i) They are smaller in size compared to commercial breeds.
(ii) They have a more intense flavor and texture.
(iii) They are more resistant to diseases and adverse environmental conditions.
(iv) They are able to forage for their own food.
(v) They are usually raised in free-range systems.
(vi) They have a longer life span than commercial breeds.

(1ci)
[PICK ANY THREE]
(i) Artificial vagina
(ii) Electro-ejaculation
(iii) Massage method
(iv) Manual collection
(v) Transrectal massage
(vi) Epididymal or testicular sperm aspiration

(1cii)
(i) Ensure that the equipment is cleaned and sterilized properly before use.
(ii) Use only high-quality semen from healthy donors.
(iii) Follow proper hygiene protocols to minimize the risk of infection.

*ANIMAL HUSBANDRY*

(2ai)
Ovulation is the process by which a mature ovum (egg) is released from the ovary into the fallopian tube, making it available for fertilization by sperm.

(2aii) Oestrus Cycle:
The oestrus cycle is the recurring reproductive cycle in female mammals, characterized by phases of sexual receptivity (heat) and non-receptivity.

(2aiii) Heat Period:
The heat period is the phase of the oestrus cycle when the female is sexually receptive and willing to mate.

(2aiv) Parturition:
Parturition involves the expulsion of the fetus and placenta from the uterus through the birth canal, marking the end of pregnancy and the beginning of the postpartum period.

(2b)
(PICK ANY FIVE)

(i) Restlessness and pacing
(ii) Separation from the flock
(iii)Increased lying down and getting up
(iv)Pawing or digging at the ground
(v)Discharge of mucus or blood-tinged fluid from the vulva
(vi)Udder enlargement and teats filling with milk
(vii)Relaxation of the pelvic ligaments and vulva

(2c)
(PICK ANY FIVE)

(i)Temperature control unit
(ii)Humidity control unit
(iii)Ventilation system
(iv) Turning mechanism
(v)Egg tray or holder
(vi)Heating element
(vii)Thermometer
(viii)Hygrometer

(2d)
(PICK ANY TWO)

(i)Roundworms (e.g., Ascaris)
(ii)Tapeworms (e.g., Taenia)
(iii) Hookworms (e.g., Ancylostoma)
(iv)Liver fluke (Fasciola hepatica)
(v)Coccidia (e.g., Eimeria)

*ANIMAL HUSBANDRY*

(5ai)
Quarantine is a period of isolation or confinement of animals to prevent the spread of disease. It involves separating animals that may have been exposed to a disease from the rest of the herd or flock to prevent transmission.

(5aii)
Immunity refers to the ability of an animal’s body to resist infection or disease. It can be acquired through vaccination, previous exposure to a disease, or maternal antibodies passed from mother to offspring.

(5aiii)
A zoonotic disease is a disease that can be transmitted from animals to humans. Examples include rabies, brucellosis, and salmonellosis.

(5b)
(i)Reduced productivity: Liver fluke infestation can lead to reduced productivity in livestock, including weight loss, decreased milk production, and poor overall health.
(ii)Increased mortality: Severe liver fluke infestation can lead to increased mortality rates in livestock.
(iii)Veterinary costs: Liver fluke infestation can result in increased veterinary costs for treatment and control measures.
(iv)Liver condemnation: Infected livers may be condemned at slaughter, resulting in economic losses for farmers.

(5c)
(i)Insecticides.
(ii)Good hygiene
(iii)Regular inspection

(5di)
(i)Queen bee
(ii)Worker bees
(iii)Drones

(5dii)
(i)Beehive
(ii)Smoker
(iii)Hive tool
(iv)Bee brush

(6a)
(i)Oxygen transport: Blood carries oxygen from the lungs to the body’s tissues.
(ii)Nutrient transport: Blood carries nutrients from the digestive system to the body’s tissues.
(iii)Waste removal: Blood carries waste products from the body’s tissues to the excretory organs.
(iv)Immune function: Blood contains immune cells that help fight infection and disease.

(6bi)
Pseudoruminants are animals that have a three-chambered stomach and a digestive system similar to ruminants, but with some key differences. They are able to digest and extract nutrients from plant-based foods, but their digestive system is not as complex as that of true ruminants.

(6bii)
(i)Horses
(ii)Rabbits

(6c)
(i)Ensure adequate colostrum intake: Newborn lambs need to receive adequate colostrum from their mother to provide essential nutrients and antibodies.
(ii)Monitor for hypothermia: Newborn lambs are susceptible to hypothermia, so it’s essential to monitor their temperature and provide warmth if necessary.
(iii)Ensure proper umbilical care: The umbilical cord should be treated with an antiseptic to prevent infection.

(6d)
(i)Heart
(ii)Arteries
(iii)Veins