Exits Flashcards
What are two things that excessive bathing can do?
dries the skin, removes water repellent
Should you bathe dogs before using a flea or tick dip?
yes
What type of brush/comb would you use on long hair?
slicker
What type of brush/comb would you use on short hair?
soft bristle brush
What type of brush/comb would you use on cats and long hair?
comb
What type of brush/comb would you use on mats/tangles/burrs?
wire comb
What size clipper blade do you use for mats?
10 blades
How long should you leave on therapeutic shampoos before rinsing?
10 minutes
How long must you leave flea and tick shampoos on for them to be effective?
at least 10 minutes
How should you apply a flea/tick dip?
start at head and work towards the tail
What are 3 ways to apply a dip?
dip into bucket/tub full of solution, sponge on, pour over
Do you rinse the animal off when using a flea/tick dip?
no
Do you want animal soaked to the skin when doing a flea/tick dip?
yes
When using a cage dryer, how often should you check the animal?
every 10-15 minutes
When grooming, when is the best time to express anal glands?
before the bath
What can be used for tar removal?
mineral oil + acetone, dawn dish soap
What animal is dawn dish soap not good for, why?
cats, can be absorbed through skin and cause toxicity
How many ml = 1 ounce?
30 ml
How many ounces = 30 ml?
1 ounce
How many ml = 1 teaspoon?
5 ml
How many teaspoons = 5 ml?
1 teaspoon
How many ml = 1 tablespoon?
15 ml
How many tablespoons = 15 ml?
1 tablespoon
What is the most common reason for a cat to spray indoors?
when another feline is introduced to the household
What are 4 prevention methods of urine scent marking?
neutering the cat at a young age, one cat per household, no new cats added, avoid used furniture
Do cats have scent glands on the pads of their feet?
yes
What are 4 ways to litter box train a new to the household cat?
confine to small room until using box well, praise, no punishment, clean daily
What age range is bit the most often by dogs?
5-9 year old
What do most tabbys have?
a letter “m” on their forehead
What are the four different patterns of tabby cats?
mackerel, classic, spotted and ticked
What are the four categories of e-collars?
cone, inner tube, cervical collars, folding
What type of e-collar is easily punctured with a tooth bite?
inner tube
How many fingers should you allow at neck with an e-collar?
2
What is the best way to prevent ear infections?
weekly ear cleanings
When should you not use vinegar and alcohol for cleaning ears?
if ears are inflamed, dried and peeling, or ear drum is ruptured
Do gauze muzzles allow panting?
No
What is the only muzzle that should be left on for any length of time?
basket
What does the frequency of nail trimming depend on?
breed, activity level, living environment
In general, how often should dogs get their nails trimmed?
every 4-8 weeks
What are the 2 types of animal nail trimmers?
scissor, guillotine
What are the names for guillotine type trimmers?
resco, roscoe
When can you use human nail trimmers?
cats and puppies
What is the ideal nail length?
not extending beyond the level of the footpad
Normal canine temp.
99.5-102.5 degrees
Normal cat temp.
99.5-102.5 degrees
Normal equine temp.
99-100.5 degrees
Normal cow temp.
100-102.5 degrees
Normal sheep temp.
102-104 degrees
What are the 3 types of thermometers?
mercury, digital, infrared
What are signals of stress/anxiety in dogs?
tongue flick, ears plastered down against head, dog looking off to the side or down at the ground, drooling, licking lips, staying low to the ground/cage floor
What are signs of an aggressive dog?
tail up, hair up along back and neck, stiff legged, lips curled, snapping, biting, lunging
If applying multiple eye medications, how long should you space out each medication?
3-5 minutes
What does the Schirmer Tear Test test for?
normal tear production
Why do you perform the schirmer tear test before other eye tests?
so you don’t make an alteration in eye moisture
What is the normal tear production?
10-25 mm in one minute
What does the fluorescein eye stain test for?
defects in surface of corneal epithelium, patent nasolacrimal duct
What is normal intraocular pressure in dogs/cats?
10-20 mmHg
Signs of a fearful to aggressive cat.
pupils go from dilated to constricted, rapid lateral tail movements, vertical tail, air plane ears, arched back
Signs of an aggressive cat.
hair standing up, swiping with front paws, hissing, growling
