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4H
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8th Grade
07/08/2015

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Term
Why can short nosed dogs like pugs easily become overheated?
Definition
Because of their short noses and smaller air passages pugs cannot cool air
Term
The Saluki is in what AKC group of dogs?
Definition
Hounds
Term
The Kuvasz is in what AKC group of dogs?
Definition
Working Dogs
Term
In the open obedience class, how long is the long down?
Definition
5 Minutes
Term
How many total vertebrae do dogs have?
Definition
50-52
Term
Define the 2 ways the term whelp is used
Definition
1. To give birth to puppies
2. An unweaned puppy
Term
The major source for North American breeds of dogs, such as the alaskan malamute, descended fro what type of wolf?
Definition
North American Wolf
Term
What breed of dog was founded by captain Max von Stephanitz?
Definition
German Shephard
Term
The Shih Tzu is an example of a breed having what type of bite?
Definition
Undershot bite
Term
Name 5 of the six main ear types
Definition
1. Button Ear
2. Drop ear
3. Bat Ear
4. Prick ear
5. Rose ear
Term
What is another word for a round eye shape?
Definition
full or globular
Term
How is a whip tail carried?
Definition
straight, stiff, and pointed
Term
What types of feet are connected by a membrane?
Definition
Webbed feet
Term
Name two types of forequarters?
Definition
1. straight front
2. Knuckled over
Term
Describe bandy legs on a dogs hindquarters
Definition
Rear legs that bend outwards
Term
What are the 2 types of hindquarters?
Definition
1. Normal angulated hindquarters
2. Straight Stifles
Term
What coat types can smooth-coated breeds have?
Definition
Single coats and double coats
Term
What is the name of the basic dog brush excellent for regular brushing?
Definition
Bristle brush
Term
How often should your groom dogs with long coats?
Definition
Every other day
Term
What is the purpose of a dogs quick?
Definition
supplies blood to the nail
Term
Designer dogs are what type of dogs typically sold for high prices?
Definition
Crossbred dogs
Term
Who should you purchase a purebred puppy from?
Definition
reputable breeder
Term
What are dogs in a breed show judged on?
Definition
Judged on their conformation and how close they are to the standard
Term
Give 2 reasons why dogs should never be left unattended on a tie out
Definition
1. Might hang themselfs
2. get tangled up
3. be attacked by another dog
Term
How can you reduce the incidence of prostate cancer and eliminate the chance of testicular cancer in male dogs?
Definition
Neutering your dog
Term
What are two reasons why a dog might exhibit play bow behavior?
Definition
to let you know that any prior rough behavior was not intended to be threatening
If they have done something wrong
Term
What are the names of the two submissive behaviors a dog might exhibit?
Definition
Active submission
passive submission
Term
Which dog's sense is better developed than in any other domestic animal species?
Definition
Sense of smell
Term
What is the definition of stress?
Definition
the bodys reaction to changes in the environment
Term
Where is the stop located on a dog?
Definition
between the dogs eyes
Term
What is the thick, tough cover of the paw cushion called?
Definition
Phalangeal pad
Term
What is the name of the dogs pads that bear most of his weight?
Definition
metacarpal pad
Term
What skull type does a labrador retriever have?
Definition
Mesocephalic skull
Term
What is the fifth vestigial digit called that all breeds are born with on each front foot
Definition
Dewclaw
Term
What is the purpose of a dogs nervous system?
Definition
to keep a body in touch with and responsive to its environment
Term
What types of hair are raised when dogs raise their hackles?
Definition
guard hairs
Term
What are the purposes of a dogs incisors?
Definition
Used to nibble, bite and groom
Term
Describe the difference when asked to show a dogs bite versus a dogs teeth
Definition
Bite-front teeth are shown
teeth-then the sides are also shown
Term
Why should you not make direct eye contact with the judge during the gaiting pattern?
Definition
It will distract from the picture of your dog
Term
At what gait do most breeds move when gaiting?
Definition
trot
Term
What is free stacking?
Definition
Walking your dog into a stack without using your hands to position the feet
Term
Where should you position a small dog on the showmanship table?
Definition
Front feet centered on the edge of the short side of the table
Term
Name 3 types of showmanship patterns
Definition
1. Down and back
2. L Pattern
3.Triangle pattern
Term
When performing the L pattern, where is the most difficult part of the pattern performed?
Definition
at the farthest corner where you switch hands
Term
Which showmanship pattern is the modified L Pattern?
Definition
The T pattern
Term
Who gives permission for the handler to use bait in a showmanship class?
Definition
The judge
Term
How can you achieve properly trimmed toenails for showmanship?
Definition
Regularly trim them
Term
What does setting the near side of your dogs feet mean?
Definition
setting the side closest to you
Term
What is the 4-h therapy dog program Ohio offers to youth that teaches you how to make animal-assisted activities visits their dogs?
Definition
4-H pet pals
Term
Name three types of internal parasites found in dogs
Definition
1. Roundworms
2. Hookworms
3. Tapworms
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