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Vet Asst Sem 2 Final Review
Vet Asst 1
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Veterinary Medicine
10th Grade
05/13/2011

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Term
The length of what part of a terrier's body determines what subgroup it is placed in?
Definition
The LEGS
Term
What group does the Alaskan Malamute belong to?
Definition
Working
Term
What group does the Dachshund belong to?
Definition
Hound
Term
What group does the Labrador Retriever belong to?
Definition
Sporting
Term
What group does the Welsh Terrier belong to?
Definition
Terrier
Term
What group does the Boxer belong to?
Definition
Working
Term
What group does the German Shorthair Pointer belong to?
Definition
Sporting
Term
What group does the Skye Terrier belong to?
Definition
Terrier
Term
What is the German Shepherd used for?
Definition
Guard
Term
What breed of dog comes in yellow, black, and chocolate and known for its love of water?
Definition
Labrador Retriever
Term
What is unique about the Abyssinian cat?
Definition
Sacred Cat of Egypt
Term
What information can you find on a breed's web page? 
Definition
The "IDEAL" dog
Term
What is the American Kennel Club?
Definition
The AKC sets the standards for the breeds in the registry.
Term
Tabby is the most common pattern of what cat breed?
Definition
American Shorthair
Term
What are the characteristics of a Siamese Cat?
Definition
A one person cat.
Term
What breed of cats have short tails or no tails at all?
Definition
The MANX
Term

What are the characteristers of the

DUTCH BLAZE RABBIT?

Definition
Color over eyes that continues down to nose and forelegs.
Term

What are the characteristers of the

LOPS RABBIT?

Definition
Ears lay down instead of up
Term

What are the characteristers of the

MINI REX RABBIT?

Definition
Weigh less than 4.5 pounds.
Term
What are the characteristers of the  FLORIDA WHITE RABBIT?
Definition
Large White Rabbit
Term

What are the characteristers of the

ANGORA RABBIT?

Definition
Long Haired
Term
Rabbits are divided into how many weight classes?
Definition
5
Term
If you have to hold your rabbit by the scruff, why should you support the hindquarters?
Definition
So you don't get kicked and scratched by the back legs.
Term
What is the best surface for restraining a rabbit?
Definition
Carpet
Term
What animals would you use a restraint box?
Definition
Rabbit
Term
Catch poles should only be kept on animals for how long? 
Definition
Long enough to tranquilize
Term
What are methods to keep a dog from biting?
Definition
Gauze Muzzle
Term
What are methods to keep a dog from biting?
Definition
Gauze Muzzle
Term
What is rabbit meat high in?
Definition
Protein
Term
What methods can be used for restraining a domesticated cat?
Definition
Towel
Term
What are normal behaviors for cats, dogs, and rabbits?
Definition
Normal:  Shiny coat, Eyes Bright & Alert, Playing, Purring, Eating  
Term
What are abnormal behaviors for cats, dogs, and rabbits?
Definition

Abnormal behavior: 

Excessive Barking

Not using Litter Box

 Pulling Hair Out

 Not Eating

 Can't Walk/Falls Over

Term
What are the indications of an animal in good health?
Definition

Eating

Bright Alert Eyes

Playing

Shiny Coat

Term
What type of brush should be used on a cat and why?
Definition
Natural fibers to avoid static electricity.
Term
What is a good method for bonding with your animal?
Definition
Grooming
Term
What is the gestation time for a dog?
Definition
63 Days
Term

Cats need more protein than dogs. 

How much more protein do they need?

Definition
Twice the amount of a dog.
Term
What animals can a Gentle Leader be used on?
Definition
Dogs
Term
Canine ears should be cleaned how often?
Definition
Monthly
Term

Brushing your dog's teeth keeps them healthy. 

What else can you do to clean their teeth?

Definition
Feed them Dry Dog Food.
Term
What nail color is easiest to trim?
Definition
 White or Clear
Term
What can be the result of bathing your dog too often?
Definition
Skin irritation.
Term
How often should you brush your dog's coat?
Definition
Daily
Term
If you want a well mannered dog where should you and the dog go to learn manners?
Definition
Obedience Training
Term
What is the best size for a medium dog house?
Definition
Four feet by Four feet
Term
A side effect of not feeding a variety of fresh food to your cat is what?
Definition
Bone disease
Term
Kittens should be bought at what age?
Definition
8 - 12 weeks
Term
How can you keep your dog or cat from having offspring?
Definition

Have the female spayed &

male neutered.

Term
How will most scared cats respond?
Definition
Fight and Runaway.
Term
Cats should be groomed how often?
Definition
Daily.
Term
How can you keep a cat's nail short?
Definition
Scratching Post
Term
What are 3 reasons for regularly grooming your pet?
Definition

Check eyes,

Check for parasites,

Check for skin irritation

Term
Bones in an animal's food could have what result?
Definition
Choking.
Term
Milk can cause what illness in cats?
Definition
Diarrhea
Term
Where can you check the ingredients in a store bought ration?
Definition
Label.
Term
What food causes Vitamin A poisoning in Cats?
Definition
Liver.
Term
What is the percentage of animal protein in a cat's diet?
Definition
30-40%
Term
Why is baking soda used in cages and litter boxes?
Definition
To reduce urine odor.
Term
During cold weather it is important to keep your rabbit out of what weather element?
Definition
Wind.
Term
How many hours a day should a breeding doe be kept under light?
Definition
16
Term
What type of environment should a caged rabbit avoid?
Definition
Cool and Damp
Term
During the summer what will help keep your outside caged rabbit cool?
Definition
Fan.
Term
What is the easiest feed to give to rabbits?
Definition
Pelleted food.
Term

 

Fur balls in cats can be reduced by doing what?

Definition
Grooming.
Term
How many times a day is a female dog fed at the end of her pregnancy?
Definition
four times
Term
Why shouldn't you feed raw eggs to animals?
Definition
Reduces absorption of biotin.
Term
Puppies start lapping up their mother's food at what age?
Definition
3 weeks.
Term
Why shouldn't you feed a large amount of lettuce and leafy vegetables to rabbits?
Definition
Contains a lot of water so the rabbit will feel full and not eat as much.
Term
Where can you find protein levels for your rabbit food?
Definition
Read the Label.
Term
Where should you place your knee when you think the dog will barge out of the crate?
Definition
Left knee in front of the door.
Term
Define euthanasia
Definition
Induce death quickly and humanely.
Term
What is the third stage of grieving?
Definition
Helplessness.
Term
A female dog that has whelped will require how much more food each day?
Definition
2-3 times more
Term
What is the protein percentage of most dry dog food?
Definition
23%
Term
What forms can dog food be found in?
Definition

dry

moist

semi-moist

canned

Term
When should you scruff a rabbit?
Definition
To gain initial control
Term
The pretzel hold is used on what animal?
Definition
Cat.
Term
How do you hold a dog for CEPHALIC venipuncture?
Definition
Left hand behind the dog's elbow.
Term
How do you hold a dog for JUGULAR venipuncture?
Definition
Animal's nose should point up.
Term
What animal do you use a restraint bag on?
Definition
Cat.
Term
A female dog will have her first estrus cycle at what age?
Definition
6-12 months
Term
Why is it good for elderly people to have a pet?
Definition
They live longer and happier.
Term
Where should a cat's head be when trimming its nails?
Definition
Head should be behind your elbow.
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