Confirmed sire

One that has been used for breeding before and has known good fertility.... ↪ Read more

 

Concentrate

A classification of feedstuffs high in energy and low in fibre; usually further divided into energy and protein concentrates. Often used interchangeably with supplement. Examples: corn, barley, soybeans.... ↪ Read more

 

Computerized tomography scan Abrev CT

Many x-ray pictures are taken during a CT scan. A computer is used to put the x-ray pictures together to obtain a 3-dimensional view of a structure.... ↪ Read more

 

Compounding

To create a medication by combining parts or to change the formulation of a drug, for example from tablet to liquid. 2/14/2003)... ↪ Read more

 

Compound

To mix components following a "recipe" or protocol.... ↪ Read more

 

Complete feed

A thoroughly blended mixture of different feed ingredients formulated to meet specific nutrient requirements.... ↪ Read more

 

Complete blood count Abrev CBC

Also known as a CBC. The number of red blood cells and white blood cells in the blood stream. A blood test in which the number of red and white blood cells and platelets are counted.... ↪ Read more

 

Complement

A protein complex consisting of enzymes that facilitate the reaction of antibody with antigen resulting in destruction of cells or invading bacteria.... ↪ Read more

 

Commodity feed

A feed that has high energy, and often a high protein content.... ↪ Read more

 

Commensalism

Parasitic state in which the parasite lives with the animal without causing disease. Be cautious with this type of parasite.... ↪ Read more

 

Commensal

A relationship where one party gains but at no cost to the other.... ↪ Read more

 

Comedo (comedomes)

Keratin and dried sebum plugging a hair follicle.... ↪ Read more

 

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