In veterinary practice, drenching refers to which of the following?

In veterinary practice, drenching refers to which of the following?

• A. Giving a liquid medication orally
• B. Washing a sheep thoroughly
• C. Hosing down a production facility
• D. Milking a dairy goat too often

Answer: (A)

Drenching is the act of delivering liquid medication directly into an animal’s mouth so it is swallowed into the stomach. This method is commonly used for dosing dewormers and other liquids, especially in sheep and goats, with a drench syringe or similar applicator. Proper technique involves restraining the animal, carefully guiding the liquid to the back of the throat, and delivering the dose without rushing to avoid choking or aspiration. The other options describe cleaning or management tasks, not administering medicine.

Drenching is the act of delivering liquid medication directly into an animal’s mouth so it is swallowed into the stomach. This method is commonly used for dosing dewormers and other liquids, especially in sheep and goats, with a drench syringe or similar applicator. Proper technique involves restraining the animal, carefully guiding the liquid to the back of the throat, and delivering the dose without rushing to avoid choking or aspiration. The other options describe cleaning or management tasks, not administering medicine.