Test 3: Canine Health Flashcards
(45 cards)
Which of the following organs may be damaged with chronic dental disease?
a. Liver b. Kidneys c. Heart d. All of the above
d. All of the above
What possible complication can occur after removal of a foreign body from the surface of the eye or underneath the eyelid?
a. Corneal ulcer b. Yellowing or jaundice of the sclera or white of the eye c. Wrinkled or drooping eyelids d. None of the above
a. Corneal ulcer
Increased water drinking and more frequent urination is commonly observed with _____.
a. hypothyroidism b. kidney disease c. diabetes d. B and C
d. B and C
Which of these toxins causes a rapid, potentially fatal, drop in blood sugar?
a. Antifreeze b. Xylitol c. Rodenticide d. Grapes or raisins
b. Xylitol
Which type of dog is most prone to breathing difficulties?
a. Active, deep chested dogs b. Long-coated or dark-colored breeds c. Brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds d. Older dogs
c. Brachycephalic (flat-faced) breeds
Which of these conditions can be observed as difficulty or straining to defecate?
a. Constipation b. Diarrhea c. Bowel blockage d. All of the above
d. All of the above
A service dog’s veterinarian recommends Dramamine™ at a dosage of 5 mg/kg to prevent motion sickness. The dog weighs fifty pounds. What is the correct dose if the handler has 50 mg tablets?
a. ½ tablet b. 1 tablet c. 2 tablet d. 5 tablet
c. 2 tablet
What potentially serious physical abnormality may be overlooked without careful examination?
a. Enlarged lymph nodes b. Breathing difficulties c. Weight gain or weight loss d. A and C
What potentially serious physical abnormality may be overlooked without careful examination?
d. A and C
An intact (unspayed) female service dog _____.
a. may be at increased risk for mammary cancer or pyometra (uterine infection). b. will not be distracted by the presence of male dogs during her heat season. c. can work effectively in public areas without causing a disturbance. d. will be in season for one week, three to four times a year.
a. may be at increased risk for mammary cancer or pyometra (uterine infection).
Which of the following viral diseases can be transmitted to humans?
a. Rabies b. Parvovirus c. Distemper d. Adenovirus type-2
a. Rabies
Which potentially deadly parasite is spread through mosquito bites?
a. Whipworms b. Heartworms c. Tapeworms d. Roundworms
b. Heartworms
Which situation warrants an immediate trip to the veterinarian?
a. Inability to urinate b. Sneezing c. A single vomiting episode d. Diarrhea lasting less than a day
a. Inability to urinate
Where should a handler palpate to find the popliteal lymph nodes?
a. Beneath the chin where it meets the throat b. In front of the shoulders c. Behind the stifles or knees d. Where the inner thigh meets the abdomen
c. Behind the stifles or knees
Which of these products should be used to clean minor skin wounds?
a. Saline solution b. Rubbing alcohol c. First aid soap d. Hydrogen peroxide
c. First aid soap
Which of the following practices helps to delay onset and reduce severity of arthritis or degenerative joint disease?
a. Regular exercise b. Maintenance of lean body weight c. Feeding a raw or homemade diet d. A and B
d. A and B
What disease can resemble stomach upset with episodes of depression, vomiting and/or diarrhea?
a. Diabetes b. Addison’s disease c. Epilepsy d. Cushing’s disease
b. Addison’s disease
What condition should be suspected if a service dog suffers from repeated ear infections and irritated or abscessed anal glands?
a. Cushing’s disease b. Ear mites c. Flea infestation d. Allergies
d. Allergies
Which parasite can spread Lyme disease?
a. Ticks b. Sarcoptic mites c. Fleas d. Heartworms
a. Ticks
At what age should puppies generally receive their first set of vaccinations?
a. When they begin to go out in public b. 4 – 6 weeks c. 6 – 8 weeks d. After 12 weeks
c. 6 – 8 weeks
What is a dog’s normal rectal temperature?
a. 103–104 F or 39.4–40.0 C b. 100–102.5 F or 37.7–39.2 C c. 98.6 F or 37.0 C d. Rectal temperature varies among breeds and sizes of dogs.
b. 100–102.5 F or 37.7–39.2 C
A distended abdomen, or pot-bellied appearance, can be a sign of which condition?
a. Hypothyroidism b. Cushing’s disease c. Heart disease d. B and C
d. B and C
Which of the following is a core, or essential, vaccination for all puppies?
a. Bordetella or kennel cough b. Distemper virus c. Leptospirosis d. Lyme disease
b. Distemper virus
To stay well-hydrated, a service dog who is focused on working, is stressed or is exercising vigorously may need to be encouraged to drink water.
a. True b. False
a. True
Which statement is false regarding gum (mucous membrane) color?
a. Dogs who are warm or exercising may have pinker gums. b. Gum color and pigmentation can vary between dogs. c. Normal capillary refill time (CRT) is 5–6 seconds. d. Pale or white mucous membranes can be a sign of internal bleeding.
c. Normal capillary refill time (CRT) is 5–6 seconds.
