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cat husbandry Flashcards

1
Q

what is a pedigree cat?

A

have a specific breed recognised by cat fanciers association

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2
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what is a non-pedigree cat?

what is another name for a non pedigree cat?

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a cross breed, also known as moggy

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3
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what is the cat fanciers association?

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UK’s main registration body

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4
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what are the common cat colours?

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  • black
  • white
  • blue
  • cream
  • red
  • fawn
  • chocolate
  • cinnamon
  • lilac
  • seal
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5
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what are the 5 common coat patters?

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  • solid
  • tortoiseshell
  • calico
  • tabby
  • pointed
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6
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what feeding group do cats belong too?

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obligate carnivore

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7
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why must cats eat meat?

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  • unable to synthesise taurine, omega 6 and vitamin A
  • need to be sourced from animal tissue
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8
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why do cats have high protein requirements?

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limited ability to regulate amino catabolism

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9
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what is amino acid catabolism?

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set of metabolic pathways that breaks down molecules

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10
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what is a disadvantage of a complete diet?

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hard to replicate what they eat in the wild

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11
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what is a disadvantage if a raw diet?

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contains dangerous pathogens that may spread so is a health risk to humans and animals

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12
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how many times do domestic cats usually snack through the day?

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10-16

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13
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how should cats be provided water?

A

ad-lib

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14
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what problems can a wet diet cause for cats?

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dental problems

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15
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Why should cats be provided with multiple shallow drinking bowls?

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They are opportunist drinkers

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16
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what percentage of cats are considered overweight or obese?

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around 50%

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17
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what is the most frequently observed nutritional disorder among domesticated cats?

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obesity

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18
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what health problems can obesity cause?

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diabetes
cardiovascular disease
osteoarthritis

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19
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what number should a cats BCS score be for it to be ideal?

A

4-5

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20
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when is the pregnancy cycle?

A

seasonally polyoestrus
cycle January to Autumn (‘calling’)

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20
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when is the pregnancy cycle?

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seasonally polyoestrus
cycle January to Autumn (‘calling’)

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21
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how long is the gestation period?

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63 days

22
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what kind of ovulators are cats?

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induced ovulators
3-4 matings per pregnancy

23
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what food should give a pregnant cat after 4 weeks?

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kitten food ad-lib

24
Q

When do a kitten’s eyes and ears open?

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14 days

25
Q

How often will a kitten nurse from the queen initially?

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Every 1-2 hours

26
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When should kittens start exploring their surroundings?

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3 weeks old

27
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When can kittens be handled by humans?

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2 weeks old

28
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What is the newborn temperature requirement for week 1?

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29.5-32ºC

29
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What is the newborn temperature requirement for week 2?

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26.5 - 29.5ºC

30
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What is the newborn temperature requirement for week 3?

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24 - 26.5ºC

31
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What is the newborn temperature requirement for week 4?

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21 - 24ºC

32
Q

Which phase of pregnancy/nursing is the most nutritionally demanding?

A

Lactation

33
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When is colostrum produced?

A

First 24-36hrs

34
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When is peak lactation?

A

3-4 weeks postpartum

35
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How much food should the cat be fed during lactation?

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4-6 times maintenance and kitten food ad-lib

36
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When does weaning begin?

A

3-4 weeks old

37
Q

When does weaning begin?

A

3-4 weeks old

38
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When is the kitten fully weaned?

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8 weeks

38
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When is the kitten fully weaned?

A

8 weeks

39
Q

What percentage mature body weight are most cats at 6 months old?

A

75%

40
Q

When are Norwegian Forest and Maine Coon cats fully grown?

A

3 years old

41
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What is the typical lifespan of a cat?

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15 years

42
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When are senior foods usually recommended?

A

8-10 years old

43
Q

What are the characteristics of senior cat foods?

A

Usually lower calorie

Lean/fat ratios don’t change

BMR maintained

Energy requirements remain more constant

44
Q

how much of the day do cats spend hunting?

A

25%

45
Q

List 4 behaviours of a territorial cat

A

Spraying

Middening

Scratching

Rubbing

46
Q

What temperature do cats prefer to sleep in?

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10-26ºC

At least one area ≥15ºC

47
Q

How long do the effects of catnip usually last?

A

15mins

48
Q

When should a cat start being groomed?

A

As early as possible

49
Q

What are the annual vaccinations required for cats?

A

Feline infectious enteritis

Feline herpes virus (cat flu)

Feline calicivirus (cat flu)

Feline leukaemia virus (outdoor)

50
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What is the usual vaccination program for kittens?

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From 8 weeks, 2 vaccinations 2 weeks apart

51
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What routine veterinary care do cats require other than vaccinations?

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Worming and ectoparasite treament (fleas/ticks)

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