ANS 105 Exam 2 Extra things to know

Ragdoll

• blue eyes

• colorpoint gene

• name arose from layed back demeanor

Maine Coon

• Only Breed Native to US

• Noted for large size +Working ability

• Thought to og from raccoon x DC

• Tufted ears, Long plumped Tails

Persian

• Most popular breed

• Bradycephalic face, long fur causing overheating

• OG in Persia

• Don’t want to leave ground

Exotic

• Bradycephalic face

• OG Persian x American Shorthair

• New coat colors showed up early on

Devon Rex

• Curly wavy coat

• “elfin” “pixie-like”

• loyal, don’t do well away from owners for extended time

• Exotic tastes, quiet vocalizations, chirps +peeps

Abyssinian

• Retain look of African Jungle Cat ancestor

• Oldest + most intelligent Cat breeds

• Only Shorthair, ruddy brown + gray colors

• Naturally inquisitive, more aware of minor changes

Scottish Fold

• Chondrydystrophy

• Folded ears arose from spontaneous mutation (dominant gene)

• Straight eared version elevated to show status in 2022

• Stands upright like prairie dog

Bombay

• Fully black coat with glossy shine - reusable black leopard of India

• Recognized by CFA in 1970

• (American Shorthair x Bermese)

• Loves toy but will be happy with grocery bag or box

Siamese

• blue eyes

• fully white (colorpoint)

• Exported from Thailand - namely and royal cat

• OG as much fatter than known today

• Loudest/ Most attention demanding breed

• Ancestor for many other breeds

Sphynx

• Hairless - have small fur

• Few health problems - prone to skin issues and sun/temp issues

• Lack of hair around ears is a concern

• Good for people with fur allergies

Ocicat

• Bred to resemble wild cat (has no wild blood)

• Abyssinian x Siamese x American Shorthair

Russian Blue

• Blue hair, Shortcut, Green eyes

Singapura

• Og in singapore, very curious / playful

• Smallest breeds

Somali

• Arose from longhaired mutation in Abyssinian

• Uses paws like hands to open cabinets and drawers

• resembles “little red fox”

Bengal (Hybrid)

• Asian Leopard Cat x DC

• Can Register with CFA

Chausie (hybrid)

• African Jungle Cat x DC

Rabbit Classifications

Heavy (> 5kg)

Average (3.5-4.5kg)

Lightweight (2.5-3kg)

Small (< 1kg)

Heavy

Flemish Giant

Average

New Zealand White

Lightweight

Himalayan

Small

Polish

Rabbits Gestation

30-33 days

Mice Scientific Name

Mus Musculus

What temp causes heat stroke in Guinea Pigs

85 Degrees F

Problems in Guinea Pigs

• Lice

• Mites

• Ringworm

• Alopecia

• Resp. Disease

• Streptococcal Pneumonia

Rat Scientific Name

Rattus Rattus or Rattus Norvegicus

How many species of rats are there and how many are kept as Pets?

500 Species; 2 kept as pets

How many species of Mice are there and how many are kept as pets?

35 species; 1 kept as pet

Are small or large cages/tanks better?

The larger the better

How long do mice live?

1-2 years

how long do rats live?

2-3 years

previous uses of Ferrets

Ferreting - rabbit hunting using ferreys

Ferret Racing

Ferret Legging

Run Cables

Current uses of ferrets

pets, biomedical research, mate male mink to female ferret BUT infertile (thought to have better fur)

Scientific name for ferret

Mustela Pulorius Furo

Gerbil Gestation

24-26 days

Hamster Gestation

16 days (females cycle very 4 days after mating)

Shortest vs Longest Gestation of POCKET PETS

Shortest: Hamsters

Longest: Ferret

Shortest vs Longest Gestation of EXOTICS

Shortest: Sugar Glider

Longest: Capybara

Gestation of Ferrets

38-44 days

Gerbil Gestation

24-26 days

Mice + Rats Gestation

19-24 days

Sugar Glider Gestation

17 days

Prairie Dog Gestation

30 days

Chinchilla Gestation

111 days 2 babies per little

Degu Gestation

90 days

Capybara Gestation

4.25-5 months (150+ days)

Shortest to longest gestation (ALL EXOTICS)

Sugar Glider > Prairie Dog > Degu > Chinchilla > Capybara

Shortest to longest gestation (ALL POCKET PETS)

Hamster > Mice+Rats > Rabbits > Hedgehogs > Guinea Pigs > Ferret

Prairie Dog Scientific Name

Cynomys ludovicianus

Sugar Glider Scientific names

Petaurus breviceps

Degu Scientific Name

Octodon Degus

Capybara Scientific Name

Hydrochoerus Hydrochaeris

Lacey Act

• major regular of wildlife trade

• transport across borders

• BCPSAA and CPSA are amendments

• Criminal Charges

Endangered Species Act

• “taking of species” = prohibited

  • harrass, harm, hunt, pursue, shoot, wound, kill, trap, capture, collect

• ICUN does not equal ESA

Captive Primate Safety Act

• Bans private ownership of primates

• Research/facility exemption

Big Cat Public Safety Act

• Current Law

• Carves out clear exceptions for qualifies facilities

• Lion, Tiger, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Jaguar, Cougar, Hybrid thereof

NC LAWS

• Stricter on native wildlife

  • can have for rehab, education, or exhibition but must have license

• Does not state what you can and cannot have

Calcium to Phosphorus Ratio

2:1

How many species of Amphibians are there?

7000

Main classes of Amphibians

Anura (adult frogs and toads)

Caudata (Adult Newts and Salamanders)

Apoda (tropical and legless)

Reptile Classifications

Chelonian (Testudines)

Squamata (Lizards + Snakes)

Crocodylia (Aliigators +Crocodiles)

Phynchocephalia (Tuatara)