Module 3 Flashcards
1
Q
- Statistically, animal abusers are predominantly ___________, while those involved in hoarding are more likely to be ________.
A
- men under 30, women over 60 (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
- men under 21, women over 40
- women under 30, men over 30
- none of the above
2
Q
- A person who abuses animals is __________ likely to commit other acts of violence.
A
- less
- more (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
- no more or less
- none of the above
3
Q
- An animal that is commonly considered to be, or is considered by the owner to be, a pet, includes, but is not limited to, canines, felines, and equines.
A
- Household animal
- Companion animal (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
- Personal animal
- none of the above
4
Q
- An owner of a German Shepherd ties the dog to a fence post in a rural area and abandons the dog. It is sunny with a temperature of 95 degrees, no shade, and high humidity. The owner could be charged with _________.
A
- Cruel Treatment (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
- Inhumane Treatment
- Animal Abandonment
- None of the above
5
Q
- Sexual contact with animals is not prohibited under the Humane Care for Animals Act.
A
- True
* False (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
6
Q
- Fighting gauntlets are small and confined areas where dogs are put to fight.
A
- True
* False (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
7
Q
- ____________ is/are environmental signs of animal abuse/neglect.
A
- Being left outside without shelter in extreme heat/cold (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
- Loss of or matted hair
- Excessive water or food
- All of the above
8
Q
- Officers are prohibited from seizing abused/neglected animals and/or animals involved in dog-fights.
A
- True
* False (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
9
Q
- Officers are required to ____________ when an abused animal has been seized.
A
- Place the animal in the custody of animal control/animal shelter
- File a formal complaint outlining the details/rationale of the seizure
- Provide written notice to the owner outlining the circumstances of the removal and legal remedies available.
- All of the above (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
10
Q
- ________________ are the most commonly abused animal.
A
- Cats
- Hogs
- Dogs (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
- None of the above
11
Q
- Research surrounding animal abuse/cruelty does not support the connection between the abuse and violence.
A
- True
* False (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
12
Q
- An 18-year old is observed spraying a stray cat with lighter fluid and lighting the cat on fire. The cat suffers serious burns and is rushed to veterinarian for care by the owner. The 18-year old could be charged with ______.
A
- Animal Cruelty
- Cruel Treatment
- Aggravated Cruelty (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
- None of the above
13
Q
- _____________ are small and confined areas where dogs are put to fight.
A
- Dog Circle
- Gauntlets
- Dog Pens
- None of the above (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
14
Q
- ____________ is/are physical signs of animal abuse/neglect.
A
- Being left outside without shelter in extreme heat/cold
- Loss of or matted hair (Correct Answer / Your Answer)
- Excessive water or food
- All of the above
15
Q
- The crime scene, location, and conditions should not be photographed/documented in animal abuse investigations.
A
- True
* False (Correct Answer / Your Answer)