Exam 1 - Preparing for Canine Labs Flashcards
We double leash for community outreach, what is the recommended way to do it?
One leash around the neck and the second leash around the chest - behind the elbow on one side and in front of the shoulder on the other
In what dogs should you not put a leash around the neck? What should you do instead?
small dogs, puppies, and fractious adults - instead make a harness which is basically two of the around the shoulder/chest straps
Where are leashes located?
in the wards
Where are the treats located?
in the wards and treatment rooms
Where are the kongs and peanut butter located?
In the wards and possible the treatment room (by the dog ward)
Where are the poop scooping bags located?
in the wards
Where are the trash bins located?
in the wards
Where are the clean up stations located?
In the hallways
Where can dogs be walked?
in the small fenced area right outside the loading dock door and the larger fenced area near the utility plant
What are some things you can do for enrichment for your pet?
Kong with peanut butter or canned food, teach a trick, sit calmly with the dog and let them hang out, let puppies play in exam rooms, go for walks, oravet treats (one daily)
Should you let dogs interact with one another?
No - we need to assume that they do not get along, avoid introductions
What are some things that are ‘scary’ to a dog?
tall people, direct eye contact, loud noises, fast movements, hoodies/masks
When performing PEs on dogs, how many people should you have?
2 people
What can be done to break up a dog fight?
Make a loud, obnoxious noise to distract the dogs, move the dogs in opposite direction (they should have leashes on), use a large firm object to insert in between the dogs, distract with water, do not try to pull apart
How much blood should be pulled from a dog?
1.5-3 mLs
