Random Study Questions Flashcards
Name 3 basic coat types in dogs
smooth coat, medium coat, long coat, wire haired or broken coat, curly coat
When completing a pattern, how many feet in front of the judge should you stop?
3 to 4 feet
What would you use Styptic powder for?
To stop a dogs nail from bleeding
Name two characteristics of social animals
1.live in packs, travel in packs, obey pack laws, help each other, follow a leader
How can humans, especially children, get roundworm?
The eggs can be passed from dogs to humans through dirt and other environments. Children play in dirt that is contaminated with eggs and then put their dirty hands in their mouth
What body posture invites other dogs to play?
Play bow
Mane two reasons why all dogs need to be brushed
To remove dead hair, to distribute oil to the ends of the hair
Why should you not let dogs drink unfamiliar water?
Because it could cause diarrhea
Name one reason why it is important to groom your dog?
To bond with your dog, to examine your dog for injury, growths, skin conditions or parasites
Name three kinds of ticks typically found on dogs
American Dog Tick, Brown Dog Tick, Deer Tick
Name two ways dogs communicate visually
Facial expressions, positioning body, positioning ears, positioning tail.
Segments of tapeworms are passed in the dog’s stool. What do these segments contain?
Tapeworm eggs
What does the term Gestation mean and how long is the female’s gestation period?
Gestation is the length of pregnancy-Normally 63 days
What causes Flea Allergy Dermatitis?
Protein found in the saliva of the flea
What is the Quick?
The pink area comprised of blood vessel and nerve in the dog’s nail.
