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2018 Senior Questions Flashcards

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Name 5 of the 8 essential elements for having a positive 4-H experience taking dog projects

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  1. A positive relationship with a caring Adult 2. An emotionally and physically safe environment. 3. A welcoming Environment. 4. Engagement in learning. 5. Mastery and competence in a chosen activity or subject matter. 6. Self-determination. 7. Opportunity to value and practice for others. 8. Active participation in the future.
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What are the names and number(s) of vertebrae in a dog’s skeletal anatomy, in order from head to tail?

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7 cervical, 13 thoracic, 7 lumbar, 3 sacral, and 20-22 coccygeal(tail)

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Breeds of dogs like the Alaskan Malamute and Canadian Eskimo Dog probably had what type of wolf as their ancestor?

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North American Wolf

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When are purebred breeds admitted to the AKC Miscellaneous Class?

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Breeds are admitted to the Miscellaneous Class when the AKC Board of Directors is convinced there is clear proof that a substantial , sustained nationwide interest and activity in the breed exists.

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Overshot and undershot bites are comparative to which jaw?

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Lower jaw

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What is the definition of a rose ear?

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A small drop ear that folds over and back so as to reveal the burr(inside of the ear)

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Describe the name and position of the tail carriage of the Finnish Spitz

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Curled Tail, A single curl falling over the loin with the tip toward the thigh

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Describe the conformation of an oval foot

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Spoon-shaped, with both center toes longer than cat feet but shorter than hare feet

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Name the 2 brushes used to finish grooming a dog with a long coat, and name types of coat that each brush is used on.

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  1. Bristle Brush for long silky coats

2. Pin Brush for dogs with thicker, fuller coats

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What breed of dog would the Komondor and Puli coats llook a lot like if groomed in that manner?

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Poodle

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What are 2 uses of the pin brush?

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  1. Seperate the coat
  2. Remove the loose hair
  3. Help detangle long, tangle-prone coats
  4. For use on hard wire coats for an overall brushing prior to hand stripping
  5. tipped pins stimulate the skin
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When considering what breed of dog to own, why should you learn about their general breed temperaments?

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So you know what breed may fit best into your lifestyle and living areas, and your ability to train and exercise the dog.

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Why are mixed breed dogs sometimes less likely to have genetic health problems?

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Because their parents come from a more diverse gene pool

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When looking at a puppy’s pedigree, why should you give more consideration to the sire and dam than to the grandsire and granddam?

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They contribute only 25 percent to the genes of the puppy

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Between approximately how many weeks of age do puppies develop their primary social attachments?

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6-10 weeks

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Why is it always important to observe the complete picture within the dog’s environment when interpreting a dog’s behavior?

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A dog does not express all behaviors in each situation. One change in a dog’s signal (i.e. tail up or down) may change the dog’s intent. There are variations between individual dogs and between breeds.

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Why might a dog display signs of active submission behaviors?

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To offer signs of submission to a dominant dog or person to avoid any additional threats or confrontations.

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Compare how an aggressive dog might react to a person’s stare, and a submissive dog react to a person’s stare.

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Aggressive dog may be threatened and attack

Submissive dog may look away from stare to say he is not a threat.

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What two general ways do dogs communicate when disciplining a pack member?

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Body language

Tone of voice

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What are the 2 Canine Good Citizens (CGC) program opportunities for testing in addition to the original Canine Good Citizen test?

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  1. AKC S.T.A.R. Puppy
  2. AKC Community Canine
  3. AKC Urban CGC
21
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What type of object must you have before you can begin Place Training a puppy or dog.

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A special “place” such as a towel, mat, or rug that is only your dog’s and not shared by other animals

22
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What are 2 behaviors that might occur as a result of using harsh punishment on a puppy?

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  1. Fearfulness
  2. Retaliation
  3. Increase in the undesirable behavior
  4. Exhibiting new undesirable behaviors
23
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Explain what the term “bridge” means and when to use it.

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A bridge is a word or sound (ie. yes, good dog, a clicker) that tells your dog his behavior is correct.
A bridge should be used the instant the dogs shows the correct behavior

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What are the two things to remember when teaching your dog the Stand for Exam?

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  1. Make sure the dog is standing balanced evenly on all four feet.
  2. Don’t touch your dog when giving the stay command
  3. Be careful of the leash going away and returning so you don’t accidentally tug on it which might cause him to break away
25
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What is the difference between the “A” and “B” classes in open obedience?

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In “A” class all of the exercises are done in order on the score sheet. In the “B” class the judge determines what order the exercises are completed

26
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What does the dog error “crowding” mean?

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You bump into your dog when heeling because your dog is moving too close to you.

27
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In Showmanship, what is 1 method of controlling your dog’s head when stacking?

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1 Making sure the show lead is snug just behind the ears, holding the lead taunt and close to the neck.(hold it tight enough to keep in place, but not so tight as to choke the dog.)
2. Holding the dogs lower jaw and cheek on the side closest to you without wrapping your fingers around the muzzle.

28
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In showmanship, when showing a small dog on a table, what are 2 reasons why you should never drop the dog into position?

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  1. It can hurt his feet
  2. It can hurt his shoulders
  3. If the table moves the dog could be scared
29
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When stacking a dog, when is it permissible for you to put both knees on the ground or floor?

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If stacking a toy breed on the floor

30
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Why do you not need to make direct eye contact with the judge during gaiting pattern?

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Too much head movement will distract from the picture of your dog gaiting around the ring

31
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In the Down and Back patterns, what are 2 reasons why you should learn how to switch hands, and therefore switch sides when you return to the judge?

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  1. The judge may ask you to do that in a tiebreaker
  2. If you are at an outdoor trial and the ring conditions are such that your dog might step into a hole or puddle if you don’t switch
  3. If you are in Senior B and asked to perform the Down and Back pattern with two dogs
32
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In showmanship, how many times should you change hands in the following patterns.
“L” pattern
Triangle pattern
“T” pattern

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“L” pattern=twice
Triangle pattern=once
“T” pattern=twice

33
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Briefly explain the difference between animal-assisted activities and animal-assisted therapy.

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Animal-assisted activities are meet-and-greet activities involving pets visiting people.
Animal-assisted therapy is a goal-directed intervention where a health professional uses a pet to reach an identified specific goal for each client. The progress is measured and recorded

34
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What are 2 other terms for a dog’s pastern?

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  1. Metacarpus

2. Metacarpal bones

35
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What is the external anatomical term for coccygeal vertebrae?

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Tail

36
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Describe a dolichocephalic head shape

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Narrow skull and elongated muzzle

37
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What are 2 other terms for a dog’s stopper pad?

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  1. Carpal pad

2. Carpal cushion

38
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In reference to a dog’s digestive system, what are the 2 functions of chewing and the results of each function?

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  1. To reduce the food into smaller pieces, which helps the action of digestive enzymes
  2. Chewing causes the food to mix with saliva, making the food easier to swallow
39
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What is canine influenza, or dog flu cause by?

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An Influenza A H3N8 influenza virus

40
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Name 2 of the most common agents causing kennel cough. These can occur as one or in a combination of agents.

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  1. Bordetella bronchi septic bacteria
  2. Parainfluenza virus
  3. Adenovirus
  4. Mycoplasma organism
41
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Name the intermediate hosts of the following 2 types of tapeworms that are found in dogs. 1. Diphylidium caninum and 2. Taenia species

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  1. Diphylidium caninum=adult fleas and louse larvae

2. Teania species=Rabbits and rodents

42
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What is the common term for the Trompicula mite, and where are these most often found on the dog?

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  1. Chiggers

2. On a dog’s legs, head and belly

43
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What are 2 ways ringworm can be transmitted to humans?

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  1. Direct contact with the infected animal

2. Contact with an object that is contaminated with the spores

44
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Describe a dog with a body condition score of 3moderate).

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The ribs are palpable(can be felt) without excess fat covering. The abdomen is tucked up when viewed from the side

45
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How much moisture do the following types of dog foods typically contain? (Give the range) 1. Dry 2. Semi-moist 3. Canned

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  1. Dry=10-12%
  2. Semi-moist=25-35%
  3. Canned=70-75%
46
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What does the Guaranteed Analysis list on a dog food label?

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The minimum levels of crude protein and crude fat, and the maximum levels of crude fiber and moisture

47
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What is the biological reason a female dog may be fertilized by more than one male, resulting in a litter having more than one father?

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She produces more than one egg (ovum)

48
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What does the term “close-coupled” mean?

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Having a short loin and back

49
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Where is the Stop on a dog located?

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Between the eyes where the muzzle ends and skull begins

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