ANS 105 Final

Akita

Italian Greyhound

American Staffordshire Terrier

Gordon Setter

Chow-Chow

American Foxhound

Belgian Malinois

Old English Sheepdog

Austrialian Shepard

Bedlington Terrier

Toy Group

mainly kept by royalty, originally guarded treasure and were lap dogs

Sporting Group

Forerunner, flushing, retriever

Non-Sporting

Consists of dogs that don’t fit in 1 group easily

Hound Group

May be the oldest of the purebred dogs; sight, sound, combo of the two

Working Group

guard; protect; mastiff

rescue; safety; saint benard

sled; pull & herd; husky

Chihuahua

Mixed history (religious icon and food source)

Dachshund

Back problems due to elongated back & short legs, known as the “badger dog”

Labrador Retriever

Prime breed for guide and rescue & was extremely popular in the U.S.

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

One of the few breeds that has the color-fading gene

Brittany

Named for a French province (breed originated in France)

Akita

Hunted bears in mixed-sex pairs

Rottweiler

Intelligent breed, named after a German town & need an experienced owner

Belgian Malinois

Used for police work due to speed & training ability; LE up to 14yrs (few health issues)

Austrialian Shepard

Known as the “cowboy’s favorite herding dog”

Basenji

Known as a “barkless” dog, but does make yodeling noises

Chinese Shar-Pei

Name means “sand skin,” due to the rough coat texture

Lhasa Apso

Served as sentinels at palaces and monasteries in the Himalayas

Parson Russel Terrier

Developed in England and named after a reverend who was a well known hunter

T/F: Mathematically, 1 intact female cat and her kittens could lead to 420,000 offspring in 7 years

True

T/F: Cats have been domesticated for less time than any other “truly” domesticated animal

True

T/F: Wolf females have 2 estrus cycles yearly, while domestic dogs have 1

False

T/F: Domestic cat ancestors preferentially ate approx. 13 times daily

True

T/F: Wolf pups have a longer socialization period than dog pups

False

T/F: Dog breeds can be 100% hypoallergenic for people with dog allergies (never cause allergic reactions)

False

T/F: The Chow Chow is an ancient breed originating from northern China

True

T/F: Pet allergies in humans are almost always caused by fatty acids in the fur

True

T/F: The AKC has 201 dog breeds in 7 groups

True

Plotthound

What is the North Carolina State dog?

Bulldog

One of the most popular breeds. Lovable and gentle disposition, adorable wrinkles, many genetic health problems. Originally bred for ferocity & used in bull baiting/ dog fighting

Russian Toy

Resembles a Chihuahua and is a relatively new breed (2022), but the lineage dates back to the Russian aristocracy

Giant Schaunzer

Originally used to drive cattle and guard, but now it utilized for police work. Name translates to “the giant”

What are the 3 primarily ways cats communicate? Pick 1 & explain how they use it

Scent, vocalization, and touching.

They use scent to mark their territory.

How many total chromosome pairs do domestic dogs & gray wolves have?

39

How was cat domestication unique compared to dog domestication?

Cat domestication occurred as a byproduct of increased settler agriculture

Who gave the lecture on the AKC?

Mary O’Neil

What AKC events/ certifications can mixed breed dogs participate in?

Scent-work & obedience

Which are correct?

1) the AKC is the ONLY dog registry group that inspects kennels

2) The AKC’s DNA division ensures that registered dogs are from the parents on the pedigree

3) Raleigh is home to the largest AKC headquarters

4) A miscellaneous class exists, and is typically a pathway to becoming a full recognized breed

All are correct:

1) the AKC is the ONLY dog registry group that inspects kennels

2) The AKC’s DNA division ensures that registered dogs are from the parents on the pedigree

3) Raleigh is home to the largest AKC headquarters

4) A miscellaneous class exists, and is typically a pathway to becoming a full recognized breed

Which are correct?

1) AKC government relations monitored over 1,200 potential bills in 2024 affecting pets

2) AKC routine has both a microchip program and a disaster relief program

3) The canine health foundation has selected tick-borne disease research as a focus area

All are correct:

1) AKC government relations monitored over 1,200 potential bills in 2024 affecting pets

2) AKC routine has both a microchip program and a disaster relief program

3) The canine health foundation has selected tick-borne disease research as a focus area

How many subspecies does the grey wolf currently have? (not including the extinct ones)

31

The dog was first thought to be completely domesticated approx. ____ years ago. The cat was first thought to be domesticated approx. ____ years ago.

12,000-15,000 & 3,000

What is the difference between a breed and a subspecies? Name examples of each

Breed is an artificial selection while subspecies are natural selections.

Chihuahua (b) & Dingo (s)

What was talked about in the Pedigree dogs video?

Boxers and Juvenile Kidney Disease

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Syringomyelia

Uric Acid production in Dalmatians

What is the name of the God the cat was associated with in Egypt?

Bastet

What are two of the three main cat behavior problems?

Spraying & Scratching

Which of the were true from “Dogs Decoded?”

1) Scientific evidence points towards dogs being able to read human emotion

2) Some scientists believe the human-dog relationship involves a biochemical connection

3) Silver foxes were involved in a breeding program to study the domestication process

All are correct:

1) Scientific evidence points towards dogs being able to read human emotion

2) Some scientists believe the human-dog relationship involves a biochemical connection

3) Silver foxes were involved in a breeding program to study the domestication process

What is a neoteny behavior displayed by cats?

Highly curious & subordinate

What is a gland in a male cat?

Anal Sac & Bladder

What animal is this?

1) Selective breeding began as we know it began around 5,000 years ago

2) Insurance companies can deny coverage to homeowners with specific dog breeds

3) Selective breeding can be used to weed out undesired traits from breeds

4) Evidence of domestication has been found in several countries leading to the idea that the dog was likely domesticated simultaneously around the world.

Dog

What is the cat’s scientific name?

Felis Catus

What is the dog’s scientific name?

Canis Lupes Famaliarias

T/F: There is an estimate of 90 million dogs as pets in U.S households

True

T/F: Annually, over 2 billion is spent on treats by pet owners

True

T/F: Over 50% of owners greet their pet before they greet their human family

True

What is a current example of taming?

Feeding squirrels in your yard until you can approach & feed them out of your hand. A tiger performing a task via training by circus trainers.

T/F: It is a good idea to have ramps for dachshunds to limit the chance of back problems

True

What is correct about pit bull terminology/ history?

1) No specific breed is called a pit bull; the term refers to several breeds & mixes

2) Term came from originally being bred to fight/ entertain in a pit/arena

3) Dog fighting was illegal in England- 100 years before it was made illegal in the U.S.

All are correct:

1) No specific breed is called a pit bull; the term refers to several breeds & mixes

2) Term came from originally being bred to fight/ entertain in a pit/arena

3) Dog fighting was illegal in England- 100 years before it was made illegal in the U.S.

T/F: The Grey Wolf is more closely related to the domestic dog than it is to the red wolf

True

What dog breed was the most popular in the AKC for over 30 years? What is currently the most popular breed in the AKC?

Labrador Retriever

French Bulldog

What is true about cats?

1) Cats have a flehman reaction

2) Cat bites can easily become infected and may even result in serious medical cases

All of the above:

1) Cats have a flehman reaction

2) Cat bites can easily become infected and may even result in serious medical cases

Which are correct?

1) Cats do not have sweet taste buds

2) Adult cats are lactose intolerant

3) When cats scratch, they scent mark, stretch, clean their nails, & visual mark

4) Not all cats react to catnip

5) The hate for the cat in Medieval Europe may have contributed to the Black Plague

All are correct:

1) Cats do not have sweet taste buds

2) Adult cats are lactose intolerant

3) When cats scratch, they scent mark, stretch, clean their nails, & visual mark

4) Not all cats react to catnip

5) The hate for the cat in Medieval Europe may have contributed to the Black Plague

What was the original primary purpose for ear cropping?

To prevent ears getting caught on things while hunting/fighting

What is the current (primary) reason for ear cropping?

Personal benefit for the owner/ like how it looks

What is the newest recognized AKC breed?

Lancaster Terrier

The cat was made famous in what region?

Egypt

What are the two dog breeds with an entire blue/black colored tongue?

Chinese Shar-pei & Chow Chow

Who spoke at the “Sit Means Sit” TA lecture and who was his companion?

Micheal O’Donnell and Ripken the Bar Dog

What is the story behind Ripken?

Named after his fav baseball player, Cal Ripken Jr.

What are some training techniques utilized at Sit Means Sit?

Does not use treats as a reward, uses love and affection

Modified remote collar to pay attention to the owner

What are some special jobs Ripken is known for at NCSU?

Fetching baseballs & gets kickoff tee in football

What is the difference between wolves and dogs?

Social nature, .2% DNA, and 39 pairs of chromosomes

What is the difference between domestication and taming?

Domestication is genetic changing and taming is mentally changing

What is Neoteny?

Permanently immature in characteristics of importance

What is selective breeding?

Desired structure or behavioral characteristics; weed out undesirable traits or breed in desirable traits (5,000yrs ago & major changes 200yrs ago)

What are the AKC groups?

Sport

Herding

Working

Terrier

Toy

Hound

Non-sporting

Ocicat

Russian Blue

Selkirk Rex

Somali

Maine Coon

Hamster

Will hibernate at temps below 5 degrees Celsius

Gerbil

Conserve water very well & relatively healthy comparatively

Rabbit

Will have uterine cancer if not spayed

Ferret

Females are called jills; Covid-19 is a sincere problem

Guinea Pigs

8 species, but 13 breeds commonly used as pets

Rat

Pick up behind the shoulders to handle if tame

Mouse

About 35 species but only one is primarily kept as a pet & best to pick up by the base of the tail

Chinchilla

Originates from the Andes Mountains & originally used for fur ranching

Degu

Nicknamed the “Brush Tail Rat” & diabetes is a major concern and can communicate via UV light

Hedgehog

Practice anointing behavior, where they use their saliva as lotion & very primitive insectivores that are nocturnal and prone to obesity

Sugar Glider

Native to Australia and New Guinea; tails are not prehensile & a marsupial that can self-mutilate if not housed with others