Accommodation

Question 1

Design and layout should concider?

Answer 1

predator/prey 
solitary/communal 
size
flooring/drainage 
ventilation
location/access

Question 2

dog kennel requirements?

Answer 2

if exercise area is outdoors then 50% should be covered

partitions must be at least 4ft high

Question 3

cattery kennel requirements?

Answer 3

litter tray, food and water must be separate

partitions must be up to ceiling

sleeping area risen

100% covered

Question 4

horse accommodation requirements?

Answer 4

headroom should be at least 60-90cm above ears

foaling stables need separation from others

Question 5

exotic accommodation requirements?

Answer 5

• thematic gradient
• UV light for vit. D and basking area
• substrate varies but often sand or aspin (must be digestible and not cause harm)
• companions dependant on species and individual (often most large don’t like companionship)
• hides throughout, ideally both ends of temperature gradient
• bathing space
• multiple levels

Question 6

Heating requirements?

Answer 6

max 26°C
outside min 7°C
inside min 10°C

Question 7

lighting requirements?

Answer 7

natural is best

max 10-12 hours with artificial light

Question 8

ventilation requirements?

Answer 8

active

• provide new circulation
• safer and cleaner
• eg fans

passive

• less circulation
• less safe from disease
• eg open windows (not recommended)

Question 9

noise requirements?

Answer 9

anxious animals prefer no noise and to be isolated

dogs like classical music to de-stress

Question 10

welfare needs of animals in kennels?

Answer 10

• vaccinations needed
• sufficient food and water to meet requirements and individual needs (age, allergies, owner preference, energy contents)
• mental stimulation to engage cognitive function
• veterinary care

Question 11

hygiene control process?

Answer 11

cleaning and disinfecting (eg communal areas, bowels and muzzles)
- must be active against known virus
- inactive on organic material (eg vomit)
- important to follow concentrations 
effective ventilation 
pest and parasite control 
veterinary care 
controlled waste disposal

Question 12

veterinary practice requirements?

Answer 12

keep species-specific 
- prey away from predators
less space is required
- spending less time and need rest 
materials must be dust-free and have no sensitivities 
only have access to food if allowed 
- consider time, allergies and condition
good ventilation is essential 
vaccinations aren't mandatory but may need to isolate

Question 13

isolation/quarantine at vets?

Answer 13

require barrier nursing
- between us and pet

must be different equipment

ventilation necessary

heating higher (18-21)