Companion Animal Science: Final Exam

This group is primarily large, strong and very energetic dogs requiring lots of exercise and a dominant owner

Working group

Newest AKC classification of highly intelligent hard working dogs, formally members of the Working group

Herding group

This group is usually miniature versions of all the other groups of dogs

Toy group

This group may be the oldest of the purebred dogs

Hound group

Named for a French province (breed originated in France)

Brittany

Italian origin name translated from Latin roughly means “bodyguard dog”

Cane Corso

German origin, used to drive cattle, guard, and police work (terrier coat)

Giant Schnauzer

The “doing-it-all” hunting dog

German Shorthaired Pointer

Prime breed for guide and rescue & extremely popular in the US

Labrador Retriever

Featured in many paintings of the Spanish artist Goya

Bichon Frise

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

Rottweiler

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

Parson Russell Terrier

This breed must have a c-section

Bulldog

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

Belgian Malinois

A VERY rare and new AKC breed, mainly found in Hungary and Finland

Mudi

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

Dachshund

Big “human like” eyes, enough personality for ten dogs, breathing issues

Brussels Griffon

Mixed history (religious icon and food source)

Chihuahua

Known as the “American Gentleman” of dogs

Boston Terrier

Mathematically, one intact female cat and her kittens could lead to 420,000 offspring in 7 years

True

Cats have been domesticated for less time than any other “truly” domesticated animal

True

Wolf females have 2 estrus cycles per year, while domestic dog females have 1 estrus cycle per year

False

Domestic cat ancestors preferentially ate approximately 13 times daily

True

Wolf pups have a longer socialization period than dog pups

False

Some dog breeds were discussed as being 100% hypoallergenic for people with dog allergies (never cause allergic reactions)

False

When registering the Bichon Frise, coat markings are not acceptable. This breed is also notoriously difficult to housebreak

True

The Komondor has white cords that develop naturally as they age

True

As of 2022, the AKC recognizes 200 dog breeds

True

Irish breed origin for hunting gamecocks, registered as Chestnut, Mahogany, or Red

Irish Setter

Described as one of the most popular breeds because of lovable and gentle disposition and adorable wrinkles

Bulldog

Called “earthdogs” with the purpose of dealing with rodent infestations raiding grain stores and carrying disease

West Highland White Terrier

NC state dog

Plott hound

What are the three main ways cats communicate?

Scent, Vocalizations, and Body motions

How many total chromosome pairs do domestic dogs and grey wolves have?

39

How was cat domestication unique compared to dog domestication?

Cats essentially domesticated themselves

Who gave the lecture on the AKC?

Mari Beth O’neill

The Russian toy is one of the newest AKC dog breeds

True

The AKC has a DNA division that helps ensure that registered dogs are from the parents on the pedigree

True

Raleigh is home to the largest AKC headquarters

True

The AKC has raised over $67 million to research canine health

True

The grey wolf currently has how many subspecies?

31

The dog was thought to be completely domesticated how many years ago?

15,000

The cat was first though to be domesticated how many years ago?

3,000

What is a breed

A product of artificial selection by humans

What is a subspecies

a product of natural selection (usually geography)

What are examples of neoteny behavior displayed by cats?

Kneading, purring, and tail raising

What is the cat’s scientific name?

felis catus

What is the dog’s scientific name?

canis lupus familiaris

What are examples of neoteny behavior displayed by dogs?

Peeing when excited, smaller secondary sexual characteristics, decreased size and number of teeth

There is an estimate of how many cats as pets in the US?

94 million

How much is spent on treats by pet owners annually?

2 billion

How many American homes have pets?

91 million

What percentage of owners talk to their pet as if it was human?

65%

When did selective breeding for dogs begin?

5,000 years ago

Insurance companies can deny coverage to homeowners with specific dog breeds

True

Dogs are normally more aggressive & fight more toward each other than wolves

False

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

True

What are some examples of scent-producing structures in male cats?

Interdigital gland, caudal gland, pinna, and perioral

What was the original purpose discussed in class for ear cropping?

Health purposes; reduce chance of infection and injury when working

What is the current reason for body modification procedures (ear cropping, tail docking, etc.)

Personal preference

How old is the oldest dog in the world?

30 years old

What breed is Dr. A’s dog?

West Highland White Terrier

What is an example of a dog breed with an entire blue/black colored tongue

Chow chow

Which of the following exotic pets originates from the United States?

Prairie Dog

One of the most common breeds is the Chinese (pocket pet)

Hamster

Conserve water very well & relatively healthy comparatively (pocket pet)

Gerbil

Recommended to have 30 hours of playtime outside their cage (pocket pet)

Rabbit

Males are called hobs; Covid-19 is a sincere concern (pocket pet)

Ferret

About 500 species but only 2 are primarily kept as a pet (pocket pet)

Rat

About 35 species but only one is primarily kept as a pet (pocket pet)

Mouse

Illegal in Washington DC, Hawaii, and California

Ferret

Needs to take dust baths

Chinchilla

Need a cage at least 6x6x6 ft and supplemental heating

Sugar glider

Diabetes is a major concern for this species and they have a sensitivity to UV light

Degu

Nicknamed the “Brush Tail Rat”

Degu

This species should always have grass hay as adults and can carry the plague

Prairie Dog

Related to the raccoon, can be aggressive and highly driven by scent

coatimundi

A marsupial that can self-mutilate if not housed with others

Sugar glider

Practice anointing behavior, where they use their saliva as lotion

hedgehog

Originates from the Andes mountains & originally used for fur ranching

Chinchilla

What country is the largest consumer of live reptiles as pets?

United Stated

Hamsters commonly experience which concerning health issue?

Wet tail diarrhea

It was noted that over 20,000 species of reptiles and amphibians exist

True

What was the disease released into the wild Australian rabbit population?

Rabbit Hemorrhagic Fever

What are the three suborders of the chelonian order?

terrapin, tortoise, and turtle

What are the three suborder common names of the squamata order?

lizards, snakes, and worm lizards

Goldfish have been domesticated for longer than most exotic species

True

Caffein was discussed as being particularly dangerous for this exotic species

Degu

Canine distemper is considered fatal for ferrets

True

Female ferrets should be spayed if they are not going to be bred due to aplastic anemia

True

What is a commonly discussed health issue with hedgehogs

Obesity and constipation

What does AVMA stand for?

American Veterinary Medical Association

What is the difference between affect and utility

Affect has to do with feeling

Utility has to do with worth

What is the main cause of death in pocket pets?

Poor husbandry

What is the most important aquarium filtration type?

Biological

What brand of food does Morph Menagerie feed their reptiles?

Pangea

What animal species discussed has the longest gestation period?

Chinchilla

Which animal species discussed has the shortest gestation period?

Hamster

Companion animal has the same meaning as pet

False

What is polymorphism?

The ability for an animal to change its colors based on its environment or mood