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How do you take a sheeps temperature?
With a rectal thermometer.
How do you take a goats temperature?
With a rectal thermometer
Is a rectal thermometer reading of 101 degrees equal to an oral thermometer reading of 101degrees?
No, a rectal thermometer reading is typically about 0.5 to 1 degree Fahrenheit higher than an oral thermometer reading. So a rectal thermometer reading of 101 degrees would roughly correspond to an oral thermometer reading of 100-100.5 degrees. It's important to use the same type of thermometer for consistent readings.
What is the difference between a rectal thermometer and an oral thermometer?
The tastes differ. An oral thermometer has a longer slender end that's inserted (into the mouth), compared to a rectal thermometer that has a short bulbous end inserted (into the rectum). The bulb reduces the chance of tearing the rectal wall, especially in infants. Some digital models have a setting for rectal vs. oral on the unit. The rectal temperature is known to be a little warmer and more accurate to body temperature. If you still have a glass and Mercury thermometer, be aware that mercury is a deadly toxin, and consider replacing the thermometer with a digital model.
What are the ways of getting the body temperature?
oral thermometer rectal thermometer aural thermometer feeling the forehead with your hand
What kind of thermometer does a veterinary doctor uses to find the temperature of domestic animals?
clinical thermometer or a rectal thermometer
Can you use a rectal thermometer to take a temperature in the armpit?
no
Does a forehead thermometer read higher or lower than a rectal thermometer on a 2 month old baby?
At all ages rectal temperature is higher than skin temperature.
Which thermometer is used to find the temperature of birds?
A rectal thermometer is commonly used to measure the temperature of birds. It is important to follow proper procedures for avian temperature measurement to ensure accuracy and avoid injury to the bird.
What is the difference between an oral thermometer and a rectal thermometer?
The tastes differ. An oral thermometer has a longer slender end that's inserted (into the mouth), compared to a rectal thermometer that has a short bulbous end inserted (into the rectum). The bulb reduces the chance of tearing the rectal wall, especially in infants. Some digital models have a setting for rectal vs. oral on the unit. The rectal temperature is known to be a little warmer and more accurate to body temperature. If you still have a glass and mercury thermometer, be aware that mercury is a deadly toxin, and consider replacing the thermometer with a digital model.
Where can one purchase a rectal thermometer?
A person can purchase a rectal thermometer from several different retailers. Some of these retailers include Amazon, Walmart, Rite Aid, Target, and Prep and Save.
How does a veterinarian measure the temperature of animals?
A veterinarian will use a rectal thermometer for most domestic species (cat, dog, horse, cow, sheep, goat, pig). This is the same type of thermometer that you can buy at any drug store or grocery for $8-20 depending on the features of the thermometer.
