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4-H Dog Knowledge Bowl > Dog anatomy > Flashcards

Dog anatomy Flashcards

1
Q

What is the basic unit of the dog skeletal system?

A

Bone

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2
Q

True or False: Dogs have more bones than humans.

A

True

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3
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What part of a dog’s anatomy is primarily responsible for locomotion?

A

Limbs

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4
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the part of the dog’s anatomy that houses the brain.

A

Skull

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5
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Which organ is primarily responsible for a dog’s sense of smell?

A

Nose

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6
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What is the term for the dog’s forelimb?

A

Front leg

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7
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True or False: Dogs have a total of 206 bones in their body.

A

False

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8
Q

What is the primary function of a dog’s fur?

A

Insulation and protection

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9
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of a dog’s digestive system? A) Stomach B) Heart C) Intestines D) Esophagus

A

B) Heart

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10
Q

What is the name of the muscle that allows a dog to extend its leg?

A

Quadriceps

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11
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Fill in the blank: The _____ is the tailbone in dogs.

A

Coccyx

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12
Q

What type of teeth do dogs primarily use for tearing meat?

A

Canines

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13
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True or False: The dog’s heart is located on the left side of its chest.

A

True

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14
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What is the term for the protective outer layer of a dog’s skin?

A

Epidermis

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15
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is a part of the dog’s respiratory system? A) Lungs B) Kidneys C) Liver D) Pancreas

A

A) Lungs

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16
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What is the primary function of a dog’s ears?

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Hearing

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17
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Fill in the blank: The _____ connects the dog’s throat to the stomach.

A

Esophagus

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18
Q

What is the anatomical term for a dog’s foot?

A

Paw

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19
Q

True or False: Dogs have a diaphragm that aids in breathing.

A

True

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20
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What is the term for the area where a dog’s hip joint connects to the thigh bone?

A

Hip socket

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21
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Multiple choice: Which part of the dog’s anatomy is responsible for balance? A) Ears B) Eyes C) Nose D) Brain

A

A) Ears

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22
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What is the name of the joint that connects the dog’s forelimb to its body?

A

Shoulder joint

23
Q

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the main organ responsible for filtering blood in dogs.

A

Kidney

24
Q

What is the primary purpose of a dog’s tail?

A

Communication

25
Q

True or False: A dog’s liver is involved in detoxifying substances.

A

True

26
Q

What structure protects a dog’s heart and lungs?

A

Rib cage

27
Q

What is the primary function of a dog’s skeleton?

A

To provide structure and support for the body.

28
Q

True or False: Dogs have more bones than humans.

A

False

29
Q

Fill in the blank: The average adult dog has ___ bones.

A

319

30
Q

What are the three main parts of a dog’s body?

A

Head, body, and limbs.

31
Q

Which part of the dog’s anatomy includes the skull, jaws, and teeth?

A

The head.

32
Q

What is the function of a dog’s ears?

A

To detect sound and help with balance.

33
Q

Multiple Choice: What is the name of the muscle that separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity in dogs? A) Diaphragm B) Pectoral C) Deltoid

A

A) Diaphragm

34
Q

What is the term for the dog’s sense of smell?

A

Olfaction.

35
Q

True or False: Dogs are considered carnivores based on their digestive anatomy.

A

True

36
Q

What is the function of a dog’s tail?

A

To communicate and maintain balance.

37
Q

Fill in the blank: The ___ is the part of the dog’s leg that connects the foot to the body.

A

Forelimb

38
Q

What are the four main types of dog teeth?

A

Incisors, canines, premolars, and molars.

39
Q

Multiple Choice: Which organ is primarily responsible for a dog’s digestion? A) Liver B) Stomach C) Pancreas

A

B) Stomach

40
Q

What is the function of the dog’s paw pads?

A

To provide cushioning and traction.

41
Q

True or False: A dog’s heart is located on the right side of its chest.

A

False

42
Q

What is the role of a dog’s whiskers?

A

To sense the environment and detect objects nearby.

43
Q

Fill in the blank: The ___ connects the muscles to the bones in a dog’s body.

A

Tendons

44
Q

What is the primary purpose of a dog’s coat?

A

To provide insulation and protection.

45
Q

Multiple Choice: Which part of the dog’s anatomy is responsible for balance? A) Ears B) Eyes C) Nose

A

A) Ears

46
Q

What is the function of a dog’s lungs?

A

To facilitate breathing and gas exchange.

47
Q

True or False: Dogs possess a third eyelid, also known as the nictitating membrane.

A

True

48
Q

Fill in the blank: The ___ is the part of the dog’s body that includes the ribs and sternum.

A

Thorax

49
Q

What is the typical lifespan of a dog’s red blood cells?

A

Approximately 120 days.

50
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of dog coat? A) Short B) Long C) Feathered D) Scaly

A

D) Scaly

51
Q

What is the primary role of a dog’s liver?

A

To detoxify substances and produce bile.

52
Q

True or False: Dogs have a unique set of fingerprints similar to humans.

A

False

53
Q

Fill in the blank: The ___ is the largest organ in a dog’s body.

A

Skin

54
Q

What is the primary function of the dog’s kidneys?

A

To filter blood and produce urine.

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