final Flashcards
What does Hypothyroidism do to dogs
Messes with Metabolism
Signs of Hypothyroidism in dogs
lethargy, apathy, overweight, myxedema, poor hair coat
How to treat Hypothyroidism in dogs
Replace with synthetic T4
What vitamin must be supplemented in Guinea Pig food?
Must Contain vitamin C
What rabbit is the most common used in labs?
New Zealand White
Female Bird Mechanism
Females have sperm storage mechanisms that allows sperm from males to remain viable long after copulation
How long is the Incubation for Eggs
21 days
Functions of the egg
Protection, Gas exchange, calcium source, Prevents Desiccation
Bird Respiratory system
Lungs are paired
No Diaphragm
air sacs create vacuum that draws air in exhalation to activate
How many air sacs do birds have
Most birds have 8 air sacs to help facilitate air movement and extended into pneumatic bones
Bird Skeletal System
Lightweight bones (help enable flight)
Bones are hollow in legs & wings
Bird beak/bill
Upper and lower mandibles made of keratin
protects the nares
not all birds have nares
parrots, doves, & birds of prey do
Cere
skin just above the beak where the nostrils (nares) are located
Feather (bird)
Epidermal appendages, made of keratin, provide insulation, waterproof, aid in flight, & landing
Wings (bird)
appendage that produces aerodynamic forces
