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What does Ethology mean?

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Study of animal behaviour

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What the dynamic process?

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a process that constantly changes and progresses

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What is handling used for in veterinary?

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clinical exams, health and safety to patient + staff and to minimise stress

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DOG
what would a friendly dogs’ behaviour be like? Give 3 examples

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tail wagging, playful bow, crouching, slow blinking, wagging tail

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DOG
what would a fearful / apprehensive dogs’ behaviour be like? Give 3 examaples

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tail between legs, ears back + flat, shaking, lip licking, defecating or urinating.

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DOG
what would an aggressive dogs’ behaviour be like? Give 3 examples

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tail stiff, lips drawn back, wide eyes, ears flat + upright, growling or lunging

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What’s the canine ladder of aggression?

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used to understand dogs behaviour

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How many stages are in the canine ladder of aggression?

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11 stages

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DOG
how to approach a dog

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calm, slow movements, don’t hesitate, don’t show fear, get help, avoid too much eye contact

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DOG
how do you approach a friendly dog?

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gentle, say animals name, treats , use que words

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DOG
how do you approach a fearful dog?

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verbal reassurance, no sudden movements, avoid eye contact, keep hands closed, ignoring sometimes helps

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DOG
what should you never do to a dog that won’t go into kennels/rooms?

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never drag a dog into kennels / rooms - stressful

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What should you do if the animal is scared when going to handle/restrain them? (3 steps)

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  1. Stop 2. Assess situation 3. Continue / Reschedule
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What should you do when admitting dogs from owner into a kennel?

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persuade owner to leave you with dog, ensure lead/collar won’t slip, lead dog gently but firm into kennel

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What should you do if the dog is fearful or has an issue

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Inform vet

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What should you do if the dog is difficult in kennels

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leave the lead dangling outside BUT ensure dog doesn’t strangle itself

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How should you transport a dog that is able to walk?

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attach lead to collar/harness, ensure collar/lead is fitted correctly, use second lead/slip lead

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How should you lift and transport a dog that cannot walk?

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assess weight + size, keep back straight, legs apart +slightly bent, keep dog close to body + use aids

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Can someone lift a SMALL / MEDIUM canine on their own? (under 15kg)

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Yes

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Can someone lift a LARGE/HEAVY canine on their own? (over 15kg)

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No, need two people

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Identify some aids when need to lift/transport a canine

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stretcher or blanket

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How should you get a friendly dog out of a kennel?

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open kennel, slip lead over head, reassure dog as getting out of kennel

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How should you get a fearful dog out of kennel?

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BE CAREFUL!, inform vet before handling animal, move slow but deliberate, use lead, extra staff, allow dog ot come to door

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What should you do if a lead has gone into a kennel of a fearful dog?

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Can use a broom stick to retrieve the lead

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What methods are there to restrain a canine
standing/sternal recumbency or lateral recumbency
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What methods are there to restrain a canine for a venepuncture?
Leg out, arm around head - cephalic vein (leg) OR dogs head up with one hand + other holding front paws - jugular vein (neck)
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What methods are there to restrain an aggressive dog?
vet should determine how to restrain, get owner to wait + hold or/and get owner to put muzzle on
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What equipment can be used for restraining a canine?
muzzles, dog catcher and chemicals
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Why are muzzles useful?
nervous + difficult patients
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What type of muzzle are there for canines?
tape, wire, rigid plastic and nylon
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How should you place a muzzle on a canine?
approach dog from behind, ideally from the back left
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How should you restrain a brachycephalic breed?
don't scruff and don't use tape muzzle - specific muzzle for these breeds
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What's brachycephalic mean?
a short nosed breed - pugs, frenchies etc
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When should a dog catcher be used?
on aggressive dogs , only use as a last option as it's stressful
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Who can use chemical restraints on canines?
vets
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What type of chemical restraint can be used on canines?
gabapentin and trazadone
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Are cats easier then dogs to assess?
No - more difficult
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Are cats more or less predictable than canines for handling/restraining?
Less predictable
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CATS What does a friendly feline behaviour look like?
tail up in air, head+neck erect, ears up, purring, meowing, kneading with forepaws, rubbing face+body against surfaces, confident, content, slow blinking, bakc arched - without hair up , showing belly
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CATS What does an aggressive feline behaviour look like?
vocal, hissing, growling, spitting, arched with hair up, flat ears, dilated pupils, swipping, halloween pose
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CATS What does an inbetween type of feline behaviour look like?
conflict, interested, hiding , playful
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What could happen if you don't treat a cat bite?
Septicaemia can occur
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How can you treat a cat bite
antibiotics
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What are the 3 types of bacteria that cause infections from a cat bite?
1. Streptococci 2. Pasteurella multocida 3.Fusiform
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Where can the 3 types of bacteria (cat bites) by found?
Oral cavity of a cat - can cause zoonotic diseases
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CATS How do you approach a feline?
calm, gentle, allow them to get used to presence and scent before handling
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What should you do when admitting a feline from owner to kennel?
always carry in a basket - minimise escape, check all windows+doors closed, give time for cat to adjust, minimal restraint
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What should you always check before opening a kennel door with felines?
doors + windows closed
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What type of restraint should you use for felines?
minimal restraint
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How should you handle an aggressive feline?
leave in basket, dark room to calm, inform vet, pheramones (feliway/calmex), leave basket in kennel
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What should you never do when restraining a feline?
scruffing / lean over them
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What physical restraint aids can you use on felines?
large blanket/towel - burrito, gloves, cat bags, cat muzzles, crush cage, chemicals
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How do you get a feline out of a kennel?
cover kennel with blanket, allow cat to calm down
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What should you do if feline is stressed in kennel?
come back later, cover kennel and inform vet
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What methods are there to restrain a feline for examination?
standing - work with the cat
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What methods are there to restrain a feline for venepuncture?
standing , leg out head up - cephalic vein (leg) or head up - jugular vein (neck)
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Should you take breaks when examining a rabbit?
yes
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How should you approach a rabbit?
calmly, quietly, assess from outside cage first, area secure, hold firmly, have towel ready to wrap
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How should you lift and hold a rabbit?
support one hand underneath thorax and other on hindquater, resting on palm or hold into crock of arm
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How should you hold a rabbit for examination of ventral area (stomach)?
hold 'upright', hold against body preventing injury + twisting
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How should you examine a nervous/aggressive rabbit?
using a towel
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What shouldn't you do when holding a rabbit
Trance it - increased stress (turning onto back)
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How should you hold a guinea pig?
hold around thorax by grasping shoulders with thumb under jaw + other hand supporting hindlegs
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Unhappy guinea pig behaviour
hiding, hunched, aggressive, over grooming, biting cage bar
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What regulations covers health and safety? (x2)
The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992 + The Reporting of Injuries Disease and Dangerous Occurances Regulations 2013 (RIDDOR)
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What factors occur injury in a vet practice?
incorrect positioning of animal, lifting big dogs, leaning over, repetitive movements, prolonged kneeling or standing
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Whats The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992?
requires employers to assess the risks of lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling etc and creating steps to reduce/avoid those risks.
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Where are injuries reported to under The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992?
the health and safety executive (HSE)
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What guidelines should be followed when handling/restraining a patient under The Manual Handling Operations Regulations 1992?
temperment, all equipment out ready, restraining aid available, enviroment, work at waist height, think about own posture, are you comfortable?
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What aids can be used when lifting and transporting patients?
strechers, trolleys, hoists, mechanical equipments
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What should be reported in the first aid book?
reporting of injuries of wounds from bits and claws
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Should employees know where the first aid box is located?
Yes and keep equipment up to date
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Should there be a sign where the first aid box is located?
Yes
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Should the practice have a dedicated first aider?
Yes
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What does RIDDOR stand for?
The Reporting of Injuries, Diseases and Dangerous Occurances Regulations 2013
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What year is RIDDOR?
2013
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What year is The Manual Handling Operations Regulations?
1992
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What is RIDDOR 2013?
if someone is badly injured at work or falls ill through some type of infectious disease and if an employee is off work for more than 7 days
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Who should be informed if an infectious disease outbreaks (RIDDOR)?
HSE - Health and Safety Execitive
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Does the RIDDOR report need to be written or verbal?
can be either
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How many days should you write a RIDDOR report from when the accident happened?
15 days

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