Animal Husbandry

Question 1

Define external parasites

Answer 1

Parasites that live outside the body

Question 2

Define internal parasites

Answer 2

Parasites that live inside the body

Question 3

In order to avoid infecting other dogs, a dog with kennel cough should remain out of class for how long?
A. 7-14 days
B. Until all observable signs subside
C. Zero days if all dogs have proof of vaccination
D. Until vet approves return

Answer 3

D. Until vet approves return

Question 4

Puppies should be dismissed from class if which of the following is observed?
A. Drooling
B. Coughing
C. Ear scratching
D. Umbilical hernia

Answer 4

B. Coughing

Question 5

Which of the following breeds is at risk for over heating?
A. Shih tzu
B. Border collie
C. Standard poodle
D. Borzoi

Answer 5

A. Shih tzu

Question 6

Normal body temperature for a dog is:
A. The same as humans, 98.6
B. Normally in the range of 100.2 - 102.8
C. So varied that there is no normal range

Answer 6

B. Normally in the range of 100.2 - 102.8

Question 7

Which of the following is the most effective against the spread of parvovirus?
A. Bleach
B. Alcohol
C. Detergent
D. Enzymatic cleaner

Answer 7

A. Bleach

Question 8

Dogs with bloat or gastric torsion usually show which of the following?
A. Runny eyes
B. Lethargy
C. Diarrhea
D. Abdominal distension

Answer 8

D. Abdominal distension

Question 9

Define hypoglycemia

Answer 9

Low glucose/blood sugar

Question 10

“Natural” written on a bottle of medicine means:
A. It’s perfectly safe to give your dog any dose
B. It’s made by hand
C. It’s not necessarily harmless

Answer 10

C. It’s not necessarily harmless

Question 11

Spaying a dog:
A. Is a complete surgical removal of the uterus and ovaries
B. Is a tubal ligation
C. Makes her dislike children & puppies

Answer 11

A. Is a complete surgical removal of the uterus and ovaries

Question 12

Castrating a dog is
A. Not a good idea for any dog over 2 years of age
B. The surgical removal of the testicles
C. The same as a vasectomy in humans

Answer 12

B. The surgical removal of the testicles

Question 13

Define epilepsy

Answer 13

A brain disorder characterized by intermittent bursts of abnormal brain activity resulting in seizures

Question 14

Define hydrocephalus

Answer 14

Excessive cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain

Question 15

Define GI parasites

Answer 15

Worms & parasites that live in the GI tract that damage it & impede nutrition absorption