Exotics nutrition Flashcards
1
Q
How do you BCS a snake?
A
Healthy body shape:
- well rounded
- no bumps or irregularities
- muscular appearance
Healthy palpation:
- good muscle tone
- feel ribs slightly
Healthy tail base thickness:
- gradual tapering
- no abrupt changes
Regular weighing
2
Q
What are the causes of pyramiding in chelonians?
A
poor diet (too many calories and protein)
low humidity
improper UV light
dehydration of keratin
Vit D deficiency
Ca:P imbalance
3
Q
What types of diet predispose parrots to hypovitaminosis A
A
Seed only diet - Vit A deficiency
High fat diets
4
Q
What are the clinical signs of hypovitaminosis A in birds?
A
nasal discharge
periorbital swelling
conjunctivitis
dyspnoea
PU/PD
poor feather quality
feather plucking
anorexia
repro issues
