Parasite/Nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
Dematophytosis
A
Most common fungal infection
Contagious skin disease
Microsporum canis
Microsporum gypseum
Trichophyton
Diagnostic
Fungal culture
2
Q
Demodectic Mange
4
Q
Scabies
A
Sarcoptic mange (Sarcoptes scabei)
5
Q
AAFCO
A
Association of American Feed Control Officials
Regulates Pet Food
6
Q
Pet Food Labels
Required Info
A
Product Name/Brand
% of Ingredients
- Meat: 95%
- Dinner, Formula, Entree Platter, Stew: 25%
- with: 3%
- Flavor: .001%
Guaranteed Analysis
- Crude Protein
- Crude Fat
- Crude Fiber
- Moisture
Designator: Dog or Cat
7
Q
Feeding Trial Method (protocol)
Formulation Method (Calculated)
A
Feeding Trial Method (protocol) - With Testing. Min. 6 every months
Formulation Method (Calculated) - W/O Testing
8
Q
Requirements for cats and dogs
A
Cats
Taurine
40% carbohydrated
Dogs
Vitamin A