Dog and cat

Declawing in Cats is associated with neuroplastic sensitization and long-term painful afflictions. What was a major finding regarding the long-term effects of declawing in cats?

Declawed cats with osteoarthritis showed increased pain sensitivity and greater functional impairment compared to non-declawed cats with osteoarthritis.

What are the risk factors for obese cats?

i. Inadequate exercise

ii. Improper diets

iii. Age

iv. Spay/Neuter Status

v. All of the above —

. Fluffy is scratching her owner’s antique upholstered furniture; her owner Marge thinks the best solution is to declaw her. With your knowledge as a veterinarian, which of the following is NOT a negative effect of the procedure?

long-term, fluffy will be able to exhibit natural scratching behaviors

Which of the following is most likely to result in severe stress responses?

Severe/chronic stress

What is one of the most important ways to prevent feline obesity

educating owners about BCS and effects of obesity

What are comorbidities that can occur with feline obesity

A)    Diabetes mellitus

B)    Joint/mobility issues

C)    Risk of some cancers

d/ all of the above —

What leads to feline obesity?

A)    Keeping a sedentary indoor lifestyle with low environmental enrichment

B)    Diet high in dry food rather than wet food

C)    Intrinsic factors like aging, breed, genetic disorders

d. al of the above —

What is one potential reason why cats that rarely visit the veterinarian exhibit higher levels of aggression

they may have undiagnosed and untreated health conditions that cause them pain, which they are communicating via “aggressive” behaviors

Which of the following is NOT a sign of stress in cats?

willingness to approach strangers. cats socialized at a young age are generally more comfortable with humans

Excessive grooming is a sign of which welfare concern in cats?

chronic stress

A senior cat comes into your clinic and he is stable but with a poor QOL. You discuss euthanasia with the owner, and they are overcome with emotions, asking if they can have a day to discuss the decision with their family. What is the most appropriate course of action to address this situation?

C. Offer the option of palliative care as a means to allow the owners flexibility in the timing of euthanasia while keeping the cat comfortable during this period

What is NOT a common cause or risk factor of feline obesity?

A) Lack of owner awareness on proper nutrition

B) Adequate exercise and enrichment-

C) Sterilization status

D) Lack of preventative veterinary care

How can chronic ear and skin infections of designer crossbreeds impact their welfare and their owner’s welfare?

b. Diagnostics and treatment can be expensive and time consuming which can deter owners from pursuing treatment and leaving the dog in pain.

What is NOT one of the reported negative consequences of tail docking in dogs?

A Potential to have underdeveloped pelvic musculature

B Better ability to communicate the dog’s emotion state and intentions -

C Potential for surgical complications such as excessive bleeding, infection, and delayed healing

D Increased risk of abnormal development of the central nervous system

Which of the following welfare issues related to Canine Obesity is LEAST important?

increased intake of food requiring the owner to spend more money to upkeep the appetite

A veterinarian is working with an overweight dog whose owner insists that the dog is a healthy weight and frequently provides extra treats out of affection. The veterinarian recognizes that the dog's obesity may negatively affect its long-term health and overall welfare. Based on the findings of Webb et al. (2020), which approach would BEST promote the dog's welfare?

B. Explain the health risks of obesity, educate the owner on accurately assessing body condition score (BCS), and develop a realistic feeding and exercise plan that addresses barriers to compliance.

What are possible medical concerns with brachiocephalic breeds?

A. BOAZ

B. Dermatitis Issues

C. Spinal Issues

D. All of the above

Which of these options would NOT be a good weight loss strategy?

A. Feeding a weight loss food to an obese pet ad libitum (willy nilly)

What impact does breeding for specific traits have on genetic diversity?

decreased genetic diversity

What would potential comorbidities for an obese pet be?

A. Joint and movement difficulties

B. Cardiovascular and respiratory issues

C. Neoplasia

D. All of the above

Which owner related factor significantly influences euthanasia decisions even after accounting for the pet’s quality of life?

caregiver burden and emotional guilt

When a veterinary professional encounters a suspected case of animal maltreatment during a clinic visit, what is their primary legal and professional responsibility

When a veterinary professional encounters a suspected case of animal maltreatment during a clinic visit, what is their primary legal and professional responsibility