Companion Animal Science Final

True or false.

Zoonotic diseases are those naturally transmitted between animals and humans.

True

True or false.

Core vaccines are those that should be used routinely in preventive health programs for cats and dogs.

True

True or false.

Ectoparasites are found internally, whereas endoparasites are found on the external skin surface of companion animals.

False

True or false.

Adult hookworms are parasites of the small intestines of dogs and cats.

True.

True or false.

Smaller animals have a higher metabolic rate than larger animals. This explains why smaller animals have a shorter lifespan than larger animals.

True.

True or false.

Spaying and neutering tend to decrease health-related risks associate with testicular cancer in geriatric male dogs, or pyometra(uterine infection) and mammary cancer in senior female dogs.

True

True or false.

In the general species population, larger animals tend to have longer life spans than smaller ones. This is exemplified by Great Danes, which have a longer life expectancy than Chihuahuas.

False.

True or false.

The incidence of unwanted horses being turned loose or left in pens without food has decreased following the closure of equine slaughter plants in the United States.

False.

Ringworm is caused by a

A. Bacteria

B. Virus

C. Fungus

D. Helminth parasite

C. Fungus

Rabies my be carried by

A. Lizards

B. Bats

C. Birds

D. All of the Above

B. Bats

Common problems in geriatric dogs and cats include

A. Arthritis

B. Obesity

C. Kidney disease

D. All of the Above

D. all of the above

The largest part of the environment flea population is

A. Adults

B. Eggs

C. Pupa

D. Larva

B. Eggs

Red mange is caused by a

A. Tick

B. Flea

C. Mite

D. Spiders

C. Mites

The term free-roaming pets includes

A. Stray animals

B. Uncontrolled animals

C. Ownerless and feral animals

D. Unwanted pets

E. all of the above

E. all of the above

Numerous reasons can be cited why companion animals become rejected, disposed of, and/or homeless. These include

A. Death of an owner

B. Transfer of employment location

C. Pet behavior problems

D. all of the above

D. all of the above

Stray dogs and cats transmit a variety of diseases and parasitic infections to domestic pets. These include

A. Rabies and roundworms

B. Diabetes

C. Fleas and ticks

D. A and C

E. all of the above

D. A and C

True or false.

Because birds have a high rate of metabolism, they require more food per unit of body weight than other animals such as dogs

True

True or false.

When trimming wings on a bird, it is preferred to trim just one wing.

False

True or false.

Reptiles and amphibians are all endothermic

False

True or false.

Male ferrets are called hobs, females are sows, and young are cubs

False: Male ferrets are called hobs, females are jills, and young are kits

True or false.

The musky odor of ferrets is always form their anal glands.

False

True or false.

The most common method of preventing estrous cycles in cats is to surgically remove their ovaries and uterus(spay).

True.

True or false.

Postural signals of the submissive animal include those that make the animal appear as large as possible(e.g. piloerection)

False

True or false

Most dog bites occur inside the owner’s place of residence

True

True or false.

If a dog is aggressive or fearful, it is best not to stare them in the eyes

True

True or false

The prognosis of a behavioral modification treatment depends on owners level of commitment

True

Which statement is true concerning ecdysis.

A. Is NOT affected by humidity and environmental temperature

B. Incomplete shed in snakes can result in cloudy eyes

C. Starts at the tail in snakes and progresses to the head

D. A and B

B. Incomplete shed in snakes can result in cloudy eyes

The best method of feeding captive snakes is

A. Stunned prey

B. Live prey

C. Dead prey

D. all are equally acceptable

C. Dead prey

Disease prevention in ferrets is best effected by providing the ferret

A. A nutritionally balanced diet

B. A noninjurious living environment

C. Routine veterinary care and vaccinations

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

Functions of the skeleton include

A. Protecting internal organs

B. Supporting the body

C. Providing attachment sites for muscles used in movement

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

What sample must be used to diagnose rabies

A. Blood

B. Brain stem

C. Saliva

D. A and C

B. Brain stem

The average gestation period following the onset of diestrus in the female dog is approximately

A. 42 days

B. 63 days

C. 72 days

D. 86 days

B. 63 days

The scientific study of animal behavior is called

A. Ethology

B. Mythology

C. Behaviorology

D. Encephology

A. Ethology

The primary socialization period varies among species. In the dogs and cats it is approximately

A. 2 to 6 weeks

B. 4 to 8 weeks

C. 6 to 10 weeks

D. 3 to 16 weeks

D. 3 to 16 weeks

Punishment as a reinforcer should

A. Be immediate

B. Occur the most of the time

C. Is always as effective as positive reinforcement

D. Severity of punishment does not matter

A. Be immediate

True or false.

Domestication of animals occurs when humans, as opposed to natural forces, become the primary selection agents in the evolution of a species

True

True or false.

A particular pure breed of cat almost always has certain traits, and all cats with those traits are members of that pure breed group

False

True or false.

One can assume that breeds with a reputation of being smart instinctively know how to behave therefore need less training

False

True or false.

Given the choice of selecting from a variety of foods, dogs, and cats will always select a balanced diet

False

True or false.

Most sources of plant ingredients in petfoods contain a higher level of carbohydrates than do sources of animal ingredients

True

Cats probably descend from the

A. Wolf

B. African alley cat

C. European bush cat

D. African bush cat

D. African bush cat

Global sales of petfoods and pet care products are

A. Decreasing world wide

B. Only increasing in the U.S.

C. Increasing world wide

D. None of the above

C. Increasing world wide

The United States trend toward an increased ownership of pets benefits from

A. An aging population

B. An increasing proportion of single person households

C. Decreasing costs associated with pet ownership

D. A and B

D. A and B

Based on the number of registrations the most popular breed of dogs in the United States is the

A. German Shepherd

B. French Bulldog

C. Toy poodle

D. Labrador Retriever

B. French Bulldog

Most dogs have a powerful sense of smell. Which dogs of the following groups are especially known for their keen sense of smells

A. Herding

B. Hound

C. Working

D. None of the above

B. Hound

When kittens open their eyes at 7 to 10 days, they are

A. Brown

B. Blue

C. Green

D. Yellow

B. Blue

In choosing a male or female dog as a pet, it is appropriate to remember that males are often

A. More affectionate, attentive and demanding of attention

B. Larger than females of the same breed

C. Easier to motivate with food and praise

D. All of the above

D. All of the above

In choosing a male or female dog as a pet, it is well to remember that females are

A. less likely to exhibit mounting behavior

B. usually smaller than males of the same breed

C. less likely to do urine marking

D. all of the above

D. all of the above

If prospective owners wish to observe expected mature size and conformation when the puppy or kitten being considered matures, they would be be most likely to be able to do so by acquiring the pet from

A. Animal shelter/humane society

B. Pet store

C. Breeder

D. Newspaper ad

C. Breeder

Which of the following amino acids is needed in diets of cats but not in those of dogs

A. Arginine

B. Taurine

C. Valine

D. Lysine

B. Taurine

The best method of feeding most pets is

A. Free choice

B. Food-restricted

C. Time restricted meal feeding

D. A and C

B. Food-restricted

Which of the following is FALSE concerning home made diets for dogs

A. commercial diets are the best foods for pets therefore home made diets cannot compete with them nutritionally

B. Must be palatable

C. Are made to meet certain dietary requirements that commercial foods cannot be meet

D. Requires more work

A. commercial diets are the best foods for pets therefore home made diets cannot compete with them nutritionally