Lecture 2 Flashcards
(22 cards)
If you feed a cat fructose what can it lead to
Fructosuria
Compare the size of dog food to the size of cat food
Dogs can eat large bones whereas cats cannot
Why do cats need animal tissue in their diet
To meet the requirements for taurine, arachidonic acid and vitamin A
When do dogs need most water
Activity
When do cats need the most water
After a meal
What does avidin in egg white bind
Biotin
What are some signs of biotin deficiencies
Hyperkeratosis and dry scaly skin, pruritus and bald patches from incessant scratching
What does thiaminase deplete in fish species
Thiamine
What are the signs of thiaminase deficiencies
Weight loss and signs of polyneuritis such as ataxia consistent with suppression of CNS activity
Why is allium toxic
Contains n-propyl disulphate and other toxins (denatured haemoglobin and fragile RBCmembranes observed as haemolysis in blood sample)
Why is chocolate toxic
Contains theobromine (heart arrhythmia, tremors)
Why are avocados toxic
Contain persin (vomiting and diarrhoea)
Why are macadamia nuts toxic
Unknown toxin/s (vomiting, weakness, ataxia, joint/muscle pain, joint swelling and elevated serum lipase)
Why are grapes, raisins and sultanas
Unknown toxin/s (diarrhoea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, decreased urine production, weakness and ataxia)
What is the purpose of adding vegetable oil to a diet
Source of fat and energy and can be added to lean meats and cereals to support energy requirements of highly active mature dogs
What is the purpose of adding lean beed mince and chicken mince to a diet
High in water, low in energy and supply useful amounts of protein which would support weight loss and weight management
What is the purpose of adding fatty fresh beef mince to a diet
Supplies useful amounts of protein, fat and energy
What is the purpose of soybean meal in a diet
High in protein and energy and is well suited to fortifying the diets for growing dogs based of grains or starchy vegetables for proteins
What is the purpose of adding wheat to a diet
High in CHO’s and provides useful amounts of protein, starch and energy. It is well suited to fortifying the diets of lactating cats and dogs with a source of glucose to prevent ketosis
What does lean meat lack for cats and dogs
Calcium
What does meat in general supply too much of and too little of
Much: phosphorus
Little: calcium
What does RDA stand for
Recommended Dietary Allowance
