Animal Behavior Final Flashcards
Toy Group History
Variety of genetic backgrounds
some for hunting
some for companionship
What are puppies of this group prone to?
Hypothermia
Hypoglycemia
Affenpinscher
Sometimes call the Monkey Terrier
Is busy, bold, inquisitive, and stubborn, but it also loves to monkey around
No major health concerns
Brussels Griffon
Make a good pet for a family wanting an entertaining pet
Sensitivity and size make them a poor choice for families with small children
They can be difficult to housetrain and may suffer separation anxiety
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
They love to explore, sniff and chase
Mitral Valve insufficiency, CHD and Syringomelia
Syringolmelia
Cysts on spinal cord causes lameness, pain, and stiffness
Chihuahua
Ancestor breed as food sources
Some bark and they are often temperamental
Chinese Crested Dog
These dogs are a combination of playful pixie, gentle lapdog, and sensitive companion
Hairless varieties will need a sweater for outdoor activities
The hairless will also need moisturizer, sunblock, regular baths for oils (blackheads and pimples)
English Toy Spaniel
They can be somewhat stubborn
They do not do well in heat
Havanese
This is a busy, curious dog; happiest when center of attention
They are willing to please and learn easily, but tend to be vocal.
They cannot live outside
They are non-shedding
Italian Greyhound
These dog share it’s larger relatives characteristics as they love to run and chase
They are devoted to their family and are good with children, other dogs, and pets. However boisterous children or larger animals can easily injure them
They like a daily romp outdoors, but hate the cold
Japanese Chin
They are sensitive and willing to please, tending to shadow the owner
Described as almost “cat-like”
Patellar luxation, KCS (Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca), entropion, cataract, and heart murmur
Keratoconjunctivitis Sicca
Dry eye
Maltese
The Maltese has long been favorite lap dog, but they also have a wild streak
They love to run and play, and despite the innocent look they are bold and feisty and may challenge larger dogs
Toy Manchester Terrier
Although true to its terrier heritage when it comes to scrappiness and hunting instinct, the Toy Manchester is among the most gentle and sensitive
Miniature Pinscher
Among the most energetic of all breeds, the Min Pin is perpetual motion
They need a lot of exercise, but because of its size, needs to be kept indoors
No major health concerns
Papillon
One of the most obedient of the toy breeds, the Papillon is also gentle, amiable, and playful
They are good with children, but can be injured by rough play
Butterfly
Pekingese
They enjoy daily walks
Because they can easily die of heat prostration, they must be kept in air conditioning in warm weather.
They are ideal apartment dogs
Pomeranian
These dogs are playful, curious and cocky
Although they have warm coats, too small and too family orientated
Toy Poodle
The Toy Poodle is one of the brightest and easiest to train
Epilepsy, PRA, Patellar Luxation, Legg-Perthes
Legg Perthes
bone starts to break down
Pug
The pug is playful, confident, amiable
They do not do well in heat and humidity and should not be kept outdoors
Their wrinkles need regular cleaning to avoid skin fold dermatitis
Pug dog encephalitis, CHD, elongated palate, stenotic nares, patellar luxation
Shih Tzu
The Shih Tzu is spunky, vivacious, and has an upbeat attitude
Silky Terrier
The Silky Terrier is bold, inquisitive, playful
They can be aggressive toward other dogs or pets
Coat should follow the line of the body, and not touch the floor
Toy Fox Terrier
They love to play with people and toys and make excellent companions for careful older children, however they do not tolerate inconsiderate handling
They are a one family, or one person, breed. Don’t take to strangers
Sweaters and earmuffs in cold weather and is obviously not an outdoor dog
Yorkshire Terrier
The Yorkie seems oblivious of its size and they are even eager for adventure and trouble
Yorkies tend to exercise themselves within the home, but also they eed to have interaction in the form of games
This is definetely not a dog that can live outside
American Curl
Originated in 1981
all colors and coat patterns
90-degree arc of curl
Bengal
domestic and leopard hybrid
spotted or marbled patterns only
Feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
Cornish Rex
Active and inquisitive, outgoing
intelligent, alert, easy to handle
Short coat, no guard hairs
Devon Rex
Jumbo-sized ears, pixies, elves and space aliens people-oriented lacks guard hairs minimum shedding Both A and B blood type
Himalayan
Himmies
devoted and dependent
perfect indoor cats
Japanese Bobtail
fearless and dedicated
no specific coloring
pom pom tail
LaPerm
been around since the 1980s
2 wks of age, kittens grow in curly hair
affectionate, agile and active
Maine Coon
native to America
affectionate w/ owners, reserved around strangers
largest cats
Manx
spontaneous mutation
gene can cause deformities like spina bifida, fusions of the spine and defects in the colon
Persian
Flatter face issues can include: upper respiratory issues, wheezing, constantly runny eyes, malocclusions, and birthing difficulties
Russian Blue
slight upturn to the corners of their mouth to make them look like they are smiling
bright blue coloring, slate grey nose, and vivid green eyes.
Scottish Fold
ears are still expressive
fold is less pronounced when in heat, upset, or ill
increased production of wax build up
born w/ straight ears, being to fold at 3 wks of age
Siamese ( Traditional)
no longer recognized by CFA
Siamese ( Modern)
very long legs, more triangular facial features
Sphynx
Protection from elements is required
requires regular bathing to avoid oil build-up
kittens develop and mature more quickly, some are born with eyes open
Hound group
scent hounds
sighthounds
can be sensitive to barbituates
Afghan Hounds
hunters at heart not playful extensive grooming no spotted coloring cataracts
American English Coonhound
rugged dog
hunts foxes, raccoons, opossums, boar, cougars
red and white ticked, blue and white ticked, tricolor w/ ticking, red and white, black and white
Basenji
originated from African Congo
yodels or shrieks
doesn’t get along with other Basenjis
Fanconi Syndrome
Fanconi Syndrome
kidneys fail to absorb glucose, sodium, and calcium
Bassett Hound
Means dwarf or loafing
slow and stubborn
ears stir up scent trail
tricolor
Beagle
melodious bay
needs companionship
Black and Tan Coonhound
too independent for active children
monitor ears and drooling
black and tan
Bloodhound
bred for endurance
check skin folds
Bluetick Coonhound
George Washington bred these dogs
Keep food out of reach
Borzoi
Russian for fast
flat, wavy, curly coat types
Original name is Russian Wolfhound
Roman nose
Cirneco Dell’etna
Independent
tan to dark chestnut
Dachshund
Name means badger dog
smooth, wire, long hair coat types
American Foxhound
came from England 1600s not traditionally kept indoors thrives on companionship not overly affectionate focused on scent
English Foxhound
Similar to American Foxhound
Greyhound
built for speed, double suspension gallop
soft bedding to prevent pressure sores
Harrier
pack animals
thrive on companionship
smaller version of English foxhound
Ibizan hound
loves to sprint
barks while chasing
Irish Wolfhound
tallest when on hind legs
gentle giant
needs soft bedding to avoid pressure sores
Norwegian Elkhound
can become destructive and frustrated
puller by nature on leash
barks a lot
Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
similar to basset hound shape
true hunter at heart
Pharaoh Hound
“blushing dog”
very muscular dog
Plott Hound
Can be a ferocious fighter if pushed
enjoys swimming
Portuguese Podengo Pequeno
active and independent
pack hunting dog
Redbone Coonhound
needs exercise
Rhodesian Ridgeback
Cowlick that grows in opposite direction on back
Whorls should start in scapular region
Saluki
proper weight is naturally thin
Scottish Deerhound
sighthound
bigger and wire-coat than greyhound
easy going
will chase small animals
Treeing Walker Coonhound
will follow nose
Whippet
Smaller version on greyhound
Working group
bred for hard labor
guarders
pullers
rescuers
Akita
aggressive with other dogs
double coat
pinto coloring
heinz body enemia
Heinz Body
caused by onion/aceteminiophen toxicity
Alaskan Malamute
neer has blue eyes
loves cold weather
double coated
Anatolian Shepherd
laid back
ease fears in captivity with cheetahs
Bernese Mountain Dog
3 years a young dog, 3 years a good dog, 3 years an old dog
Black Russian Terrier
agility and obedience training
fast learners
may not be good with strange or dominant dogs
Boerboel
loose skin for protection
Boxer
Named for “boxing” with front feet
recessed nose
can be aggressive with unknown animals
Bullmastiff
crossed from mastiff and bulldog
stubborn
not for novice or timid owners
Cane Corso
not for dog parks
must socialize with kids and dogs
Chinook
rarest dog
new hampshire state dog
Doberman Pinscher
albinism
No such thing as warlock
Dogue de Bordeaux
french mastiff
dog from turner and hooch
German Pinscher
bred to hunt and kill vermin
used to created doberman
Giant Schnauzer
needs active people and families