Exam 2 Review Flashcards
Behavior in hedgehogs where they foam at the mouth and distribute saliva over themselves; likely a defense/smell behavior and perhaps good for their skin
Anointing behavior
2 types of hedgehogs
European and African(typically smaller)
How do Chinchillas bathe?
They roll around in finely ground powder/volcanic ash to get rid of excess oils and moisture in their fur
What is odd about chinchillas as rodents?
Their gestation period is 111 days and they average 2 babies per litter
Of the exotic pets, one of the most researched and best choice for a happy, healthy pet
Chinchillas
Where do chinchillas originate
South america; Andes mountain range
Most common hamster breed
Golden hamster (Chinese hamster is the 2nd most common)
Most recommended first time pet as they’re easy to clean after, don’t bite much and have few diseases
Gerbils
Most popular gerbil breed
Mongolian
What is the Savannah cat hybrid breed a cross between?
Serval x Domestic cat
Common household Guinea pigs
Abyssinian, Texel; Peruvian; Silkie
Signs of illness in cats
Anorexia and weight loss, haircoat change, straining to urinate, spraying, hiding in odd spots, fever (100-102.5 is normal), depression, blood in urine
People describe this cat as a com inaction of a cat, dog and a monkey
Bombay
Born large and physically mature and are able to eat adult food immediately; usually only 1 to 2 offspring per gestation
Guinea pigs
Sizes can range from 1 lbs to 20+ lbs
Rabbits
Reportedly used to run cables through airplanes and skyscrapers
Ferrets
Can be tricky as a pet since they get sick easier, scare easier and are prone to hibernate if cold
Hamster
Conserve water well and urinate very little
Gerbils
By what age do female guinea pigs need to be bred of you plan to breed them and why this age?
Prior to 7 months because the pelvic bones will semi-fuse and a C-section will be required
What nutrient do guinea pigs and humans both require in their diets?
Vitamin C
What is a medical concern in female rabbits that are not spayed
Uterine cancer
What virus is 100% fatal in ferrets
Distemper
Are hamsters better off as singles or living in pairs
Singles; hamsters are likely to fight each other and females are especially aggressive moreso than males
How many registered cat breeds are there by the CFA
42
How many registered rabbit breeds are there by ARBA
50
Male ferrets are called
Hobs
Female ferrets are called
Jills
Examples of controversial cat breeds
Manx (issues related to tailessness); Scottish fold (ear-related issues; any hybrid cat breed (savannah, cheeto, bengal, chausie, safari)
Why are ferrets illegal in some places in the U.S.?
Ferrets are illegal in Hawaii, Washington D.C. and California because people are afraid they could become invasive species if released in the wild (they’re true carnivores) and some thought they would breed with the black-footed ferret (which isn’t possible).
Most popular cat breed in the US
Persian
Most popular native American cat breed
Maine Coon
What are special about koi
They’re from Japan and are expensive and are required to live in a pond rather than a typical fish tank
Why do we see less marine salt water tanks
The fish are obtained from the wild using dynamite or cyanide (bad for the environment) and salt water tanks are notorious for being difficult to manage as it’s expensive and you have to provide precise measurements of pH and salinity
Why are scottish folk cats controversial?
They’re bred with cartilage issues in their joints as well as their ears; not well bred
