Nutrition 6-12

Question 1

Cats are: (two words)

Answer 1

obligate carnivores

Question 2

An essential amino acid in cats is taurine. If deficient it can cause: (choose the correct answers)

Answer 2

1) CRD
2) DCM
3) reproductive failure
4) nystagmus
5) iris discoloration
6) poor skin and coat
7) poor growth in kittens
8) GI issues
9) anisocoria

Question 3

Omega 3 fatty acids (DHA) contribute to what?

Answer 3

brain development

Question 4

Growth formulas would be contraindicated in patients with renal or hepatic disease/
T/F

Answer 4

True

Question 5

What percentage of cats and dogs have dental disease by the age of 2?

a) 50-60%
b) 80-90%
c) 70-80%
d) 60-70%

Answer 5

c)70-80%

Question 6

Stage I dental disease is also referred to as:

Answer 6

gingivitis

Question 7

Periodontal disease is present in Stages II-IV dental disease.
T/F

Answer 7

True

Question 8

What is a common condition impacting an estimated 20-60% of cats and close to 3/4 of them are 5 or older.

Answer 8

tooth resorption

Question 9

What are the 3 things that Royal Canin dental provides in comparison to human tooth care.

Answer 9

1. toothpaste
2. toothbrush
3. mouthwash

Question 10

When choosing an appropriate adult formula you must FIRST consider:

1) the most life threatening condition
2) the activity level of the pet
3) the breed and size
4) the lifestyle of the owner

Answer 10

1) the most life threatening condition

Question 11

Royal Canin uses a ring shaped kibble in their weight control formulas because:

a) creates the appearance of a larger volume of food and slows ingestion
b) the hole in the kibble creates satiation
c) overweight dogs like kibble that looks like donuts
d) the kibble needed to be this shape to include psyllium and zeolite

Answer 11

a) creates an appearance of a larger volume of food and slows ingestion

Question 12

Veterinarians recommend the feeding method of:

1) meal feeding
2) free choice
3) feeding once a day

Answer 12

1) meal feeding

Question 13

What percentage of senior pets have arthritis?

1) 30-40%
2) 50-60%
3) 80-90%
4) 60-70%

Answer 13

3)80-90%

Question 14

A reduction in lean muscle mass unrelated to disease is known as:

1) sarcopenia
2) cachexia
3) erythropenia
4) ataxia

Answer 14

1) sarcopenia

Question 15

The vitamin said to delay the onset of lean muscle mass loss is:

1) D
2) A
3) B
4) C

Answer 15

1) D

Question 16

Royal Canin’s C.E.L.T for healthy aging is the acronym for:

Answer 16

Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Lutein, taurine

Question 17

Overweight is considered 5-15% over optimal BW.

T/F

Answer 17

True

Question 18

Obesity contributes to many health concerns. How does it impact the veterinary physical examination? (provide at least 3)

Answer 18

auscultation, palpation, venipuncture, restraint, positioning

Question 19

10 extra kibbles a day leads to an extra lb of fat a year.

T/F

Answer 19

True

Question 20

A purina lifetime study with Labradors showed the lean individuals lifespan compared to the overweight individuals was increased by:

1) 1 year
2) 2 years
3) 3 years
4) 4 years

Answer 20

2) 2 years (1.8 specifically)

Question 21

On a 1-9 BCS scale, perfect body condition is:

1) 3-4
2) 4-5
3) 5-6
4) 2-3

Answer 21

2) 4-5

Question 22

RER is calculated by what formula in small and in giant breeds?

Answer 22

70 x (BW)3/4 = RER

Question 23

MER is the amount of energy needed for reproduction, gestation and lactation, amongst other bodily functions.
T/F

Answer 23

True

Question 24

Highwater binding capacity fibers and psyllium contribute to a feeling of satiety.
T/F

Answer 24

True

Question 25

Royal Canin small dog formulas contain dental and urinary benefits. T/F

Answer 25

True

Question 26

L.carnitine and protein contribute to healthy muscle mass. | T/F

Answer 26

True

Question 27

Satiety provides a feeding guide for weight loss and also for post weight loss maintenance. T/F

Answer 27

true