Studied by 3 peoplewhat is a feeding plan
it is a document that provides instruction on the dietary requirements of a specific animal
what does a feeding plan do
it provides a guide on what the animal is to be fed on a daily or periodical basis
why are feeding plans important
so that the animals do not get fed too much or too little food
to provide a balanced and nutritious diet
so supplements can be given when needed
to help monitor the animals feed intake
reasons to change a feeding plan
health, illness and disease
preparation for surgery or treatment
competition or work
breeding, pregnancy or lactation
life stage and age
increase or decrease in group size
seasons
neutered or spayed
what needs to be included in a feed plan
animals name and species
food ingredients
supplements
quantity
frequency, times and days
preparation methods
presentation
water
what is a feeding record and how do we use it to monitor and record feeding
it is a table or chary that provides information on what food, or supplements an animals has consumed
may also include info on animals behaviour and health during feeding
why is it important to monitor
helps to monitor health and welfare
quick recognition of any issues
highlights any patterns developing
identify if the animal has or has not been feeding
identify what that animal has been fed that day/ week and how much
what should be included in a feed record sheet
animals ID, age, sex, species
the animals weight and body score
food type and quantity
dates and times
amount eaten and left over
supplements
treats or additional food given
comments and problems
why monitor weight gain
identify weight loss or gain
identify any progression health problems
evaluate the effectiveness of diet
assesment of growth
prepare for breeding
maintain uo to date records in case of emergencies
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