Intermediate 1 Flashcards
Give ____ things that could happen if a cat is not fed properly.
More susceptible to disease, infection, Problems with growth,
Problems with reproduction
Which nutrient is particularly important for cats?
Protein
What is the best source of protein?
Meat, fish or eggs
Which amino acid is important for cats?
Taurine
What could happen if a cat does not receive taurine in its diet?
lt could become blind
What kind of diet does a cat need?
High protein with vitamins and minerals
Name the four major types of cat food.
Dry, Raw, Canned Specialty, Canned Maintenance
Name___advantages of dry food.
Can be left all day for cat to nibble as it pleases, Economical, Complete Nutrition, Helps keep teeth clean by reducing tartar buildup, Helps keep gums healthy by reducing tartar buildup
Why is commercial cat food better for your cat than table scraps?
Table scraps are generally inadequate while commercial food has been developed after careful research and is nutritionally balanced
List word(s) to look for when checking a label for nutritional value.
Scientific, Complete, Balanced
What does the law require if a label states the food is “scientific”, “complete” or “balanced”?
It must provide a completely balanced diet for cats of all ages from kitten to senior cat including pregnant or lactating females
Why is it important to force a cat to drink water even if it refuses?
To prevent dehydration
Why does a kitten need even more protein than an adult cat?
Because it insures proper growth and strong teeth and bones
How often should a kitten be fed during its first year
Two three times per day
What may happen if a kitten is given too much milk?
lt has a laxative effect (diarrhea)
At what age is a kitten considered to be an adult?
12 months (one year)
What should a kitten be fed when it reaches 12 months of age?
Maintenance diet
What is the average life span of a cat?
14 years
Why should older cats be encouraged to drink water?
lncreases kidney function
How can you tell if a cat is overweight?
Cannot feel its ribs easily
What should you do to reduce a cat’s weight?
Reduce calories, Increase exercise, Have veterinarian choose the best program
Why are vitamins and minerals added to canned specialty cat foods?
Meat, by itself, is not completely nutritious. Page 19 Column 1 Paragraph 1
Why are raw diets difficult to manage?
lt may be difficult to maintain Swell-balanced diet and provide appropriate nutrients needed Page 19 Column 1 Paragraph 3
What does the Body Condition Score determine?
Helps owners determine the appropriate Weight for their Cat
Describe the body condition of a cat that has a score of 1.
Ribs are prominent and easily felt, no fat cover, pelvis and shoulder blades easily felt, very thin
Describe the body condition of a cat that has a score of 2.
Bones are raised with minimal tissue between skin and bones, underweight
Describe the body condition of a cat that has a score of 3.
Ribs are visible and easily felt, shoulder and pelvis can be felt, but with enough tissue to not make them protrude, ideal weight
Describe the body condition of a cat that has a score of 4.
Ribs are difficult to see or feel through moderate fat cover, slightly sagging abdominal fat pad, over weight
Describe the body condition of a cat that has a score of 5.
Ribs are not visible and difficult to feel through fat cover, cat has a prominent sagging abdominal fat pad, obese
