Dog anatomy Flashcards
What is the basic unit of the dog skeletal system?
Bone
True or False: Dogs have more bones than humans.
True
What part of a dog’s anatomy is primarily responsible for locomotion?
Limbs
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the part of the dog’s anatomy that houses the brain.
Skull
Which organ is primarily responsible for a dog’s sense of smell?
Nose
What is the term for the dog’s forelimb?
Front leg
True or False: Dogs have a total of 206 bones in their body.
False
What is the primary function of a dog’s fur?
Insulation and protection
Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of a dog’s digestive system? A) Stomach B) Heart C) Intestines D) Esophagus
B) Heart
What is the name of the muscle that allows a dog to extend its leg?
Quadriceps
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the tailbone in dogs.
Coccyx
What type of teeth do dogs primarily use for tearing meat?
Canines
True or False: The dog’s heart is located on the left side of its chest.
True
What is the term for the protective outer layer of a dog’s skin?
Epidermis
Multiple choice: Which of the following is a part of the dog’s respiratory system? A) Lungs B) Kidneys C) Liver D) Pancreas
A) Lungs
What is the primary function of a dog’s ears?
Hearing
Fill in the blank: The _____ connects the dog’s throat to the stomach.
Esophagus
What is the anatomical term for a dog’s foot?
Paw
True or False: Dogs have a diaphragm that aids in breathing.
True
What is the term for the area where a dog’s hip joint connects to the thigh bone?
Hip socket
Multiple choice: Which part of the dog’s anatomy is responsible for balance? A) Ears B) Eyes C) Nose D) Brain
A) Ears
What is the name of the joint that connects the dog’s forelimb to its body?
Shoulder joint
Fill in the blank: The _____ is the main organ responsible for filtering blood in dogs.
Kidney
What is the primary purpose of a dog’s tail?
Communication
True or False: A dog’s liver is involved in detoxifying substances.
True
What structure protects a dog’s heart and lungs?
Rib cage
What is the primary function of a dog’s skeleton?
To provide structure and support for the body.
True or False: Dogs have more bones than humans.
False
Fill in the blank: The average adult dog has ___ bones.
319
What are the three main parts of a dog’s body?
Head, body, and limbs.
Which part of the dog’s anatomy includes the skull, jaws, and teeth?
The head.
What is the function of a dog’s ears?
To detect sound and help with balance.
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) Diaphragm
What is the term for the dog’s sense of smell?
Olfaction.
True or False: Dogs are considered carnivores based on their digestive anatomy.
True
What is the function of a dog’s tail?
To communicate and maintain balance.
Fill in the blank: The ___ is the part of the dog’s leg that connects the foot to the body.
Forelimb
What are the four main types of dog teeth?
Incisors, canines, premolars, and molars.
Multiple Choice: Which organ is primarily responsible for a dog’s digestion? A) Liver B) Stomach C) Pancreas
B) Stomach
What is the function of the dog’s paw pads?
To provide cushioning and traction.
True or False: A dog’s heart is located on the right side of its chest.
False
What is the role of a dog’s whiskers?
To sense the environment and detect objects nearby.
Fill in the blank: The ___ connects the muscles to the bones in a dog’s body.
Tendons
What is the primary purpose of a dog’s coat?
To provide insulation and protection.
Multiple Choice: Which part of the dog’s anatomy is responsible for balance? A) Ears B) Eyes C) Nose
A) Ears
What is the function of a dog’s lungs?
To facilitate breathing and gas exchange.
True or False: Dogs possess a third eyelid, also known as the nictitating membrane.
True
Fill in the blank: The ___ is the part of the dog’s body that includes the ribs and sternum.
Thorax
What is the typical lifespan of a dog’s red blood cells?
Approximately 120 days.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of dog coat? A) Short B) Long C) Feathered D) Scaly
D) Scaly
What is the primary role of a dog’s liver?
To detoxify substances and produce bile.
True or False: Dogs have a unique set of fingerprints similar to humans.
False
Fill in the blank: The ___ is the largest organ in a dog’s body.
Skin
What is the primary function of the dog’s kidneys?
To filter blood and produce urine.
