Stage 3 - Health and Safety

Question 1

If you are confronted with an aggressive dog who appears ready to attack, you should

Answer 1

Remain motionless

Question 2

What are signs of fear in dogs

Answer 2

Lowered head, eyes closed slightly, lips pulled back and causing teeth to show

Question 3

Some ticks have very unique and ornate designs on their bodies. T or F

Answer 3

True

Question 4

A dog sneezes to:

Answer 4

solicit play

Question 5

If someone in the salon is bitten by a dog you should:

Answer 5

Make sure the dog is confined immediately

Question 6

When a dog is anxious, their ears will most likely be:

Answer 6

held back slighlty

Question 7

Which type of mite causes sarcoptic mange?

Answer 7

Scabies mites

Question 8

As a rule, aggressive dogs

Answer 8

should always be muzzled

Question 9

Dominance aggression can occur in just about any dog of any sex or breed. T or F

Answer 9

True

Question 10

Why is it not a good idea to groom a pet when you are stressed and anxious?

Answer 10

You are more likely to make a mistake such as slipping with the shears and cutting the pet.

The animal will feed off your emotions, so she will become stressed too.

You will not do your best work when stressed.

Question 11

When a dog is showing a dominant facial expression, they may

Answer 11

Let out a low-pitched aggressive snarl or groan.

Question 12

A dog’s tail will be held straight out and may be bristled or wagging stiffly when they are:

Answer 12

alert

Question 13

Which of the following breeds is known for having low pain tolerance

Answer 13

Chihuahuas

Question 14

What is deposited into a pet’s skin when a flea bites her?

Answer 14

Salivary antigens

Question 15

Aggression triggers include bothering a dog while she is

Answer 15

mothering her puppies, napping, or toy chewing

Question 16

Yawning from a dog is most commonly tied to:

Answer 16

anxiety

Question 17

Grooming loops should not be used in the bathtub because they are ineffective and the material can get ruined. T or F

Answer 17

False

Question 18

The main difference between canine and feline muzzles is that

Answer 18

Feline muzzles cover the entire face.

Question 19

Why might a dog cough?

Answer 19

Their throat is irritated or they are threatened and defending themselves

Question 20

When a dog your are grooming is fearful it is effective to

Answer 20

Allow her to sniff each tool before you use it.

Question 21

The majority of dog bit cases require medical attention. T or F

Answer 21

False

Question 22

A dog’s eyes could be widened when they are:

Answer 22

Eager, alert, or playful

Question 23

Fleas are a summer problem because

Answer 23

fleas prefer warmer and more human weather

Question 24

A short forceful exhalation of the breath that is an indication of a low-powered aggressive vocalization is called

Answer 24

puffing

Question 25

A dog with hip dysplasia is greatly benefited when standing on the grooming table by a

Answer 25

A “no-sit” hip restraint

Question 26

Name 3 types of restraint.

Answer 26

Psychological, chemical, and physical

Question 27

For safety’s sake, every pet in the grooming salon should be either ___ or ___

Answer 27

leashed; caged

Question 28

The majority of people that get bitten by dogs are

Answer 28

children

Question 29

What are ways to prevent a dog bit?

Answer 29

Do not sneak up behind a dog,
Never turn your back to a dog in order to run away, always assume that a dog who is unfamiliar with you may see you as a threat.

Question 30

When applying a slip lead, always make sure that it is in a “d” shape when going over the animals head. T or F.

Answer 30

False.

It should be P shaped. A backwards P shape will cause it to tighten and not release.

Question 31

Name important facts about tick removal.

Answer 31

It is important to make sure the head of the tick is removed. Grab the tick as close as possible to the head. Before removal, swab the area with rubbing alcohol, After removal, clean the area with antibiotic ointment.

Question 32

It is acceptable to leave an animal unattended on a grooming table or in the bathtub as long as they are restrained by a grooming loop. T or F

Answer 32

False

Question 33

Which of the following is a sign of skin and coat disorders in dogs?

Answer 33

Increased hair loss, persistent scratching, redness or inflammation

Question 34

Which of the following describes the body language of a defensive dog?

Answer 34

Body is lowered with weight on rear legs; ears are pinned back; tail is tensed and tucked between legs.