ANSC 250 Quiz 5

Which law was the first federal animal protection law that was focused on the transport of food animals across state lines (as they were being transported for slaughter)?

28 hour law

Which animal would NOT be covered by the Animal Welfare Act

A rat being used for research

Which of the following is NOT one of the 3 phases of Schutzhund trials?

Agility

Dog and cat shows, where animals are judged according to how well they meet their breed's standard, is considered a ________________ type of sport or competition.

Conformation

We are currently seeing an increase in which of the following in those working in the veterinary field? Select ALL that apply for credit.

Depression Substance abuse Relationship struggles Suicide

Corn is a low quality "filler" ingredient and should be avoided. Corn is also a main culprit in allergies in pets.

False

Dogs, since they were domesticated from wolves, are largely unable to digest grains and starches which is why grain-free diets are considered better choices for them overall. In fact, most food allergies seen in dogs are grain-based and these diets can help to avoid these allergens.

False

Rally is more competitive and formal than traditional obedience trials.

False

The Iditarod is largely a controversial dog sport because there are no rules or regulations around the care and treatment of the dogs during the race itself. As such, injuries and deaths are extremely common during the race.

False

The pet food industry is completely unregulated by the government.

False

You're a humane investigator and you encounter a dog that is very skinny and has no food, water or shelter. You talk to the owner of the property the dog is located at and they say that the dog belongs to their father who has been out of town for several days. He left the dog with them and has not been back since. As such, the dog has not received food since the father left. Since the dog doesn't belong to the person who owns the property, they cannot be prosecuted for neglecting to provide food or water to the dog under the Illinois Humane Care for Animals Act.

False

Unfortunately, caring careers are at risk of emotional burnout. This burnout is called compassion _______________. This tends to be due to the stress and burnout experienced because of stressors related to these jobs - often stemming from being unable to care for all of those in your care at all times (some animals pass away, you can't adopt every homeless animal).

Fatigue

Which state recently held a vote on whether or not to ban greyhound racing? The ban passed and, since this state had the largest number of greyhound tracks, now there will be FAR less greyhounds for people to adopt as pets from these tracks (where most people got greyhounds).

Florida

Which of the following sports is a relay sport with a team of dogs?

Flyball

Which animal(s) would have been covered by the earliest forms of animal legislation in the United States?

Horses

Which of the following are reasons raw pet food diets may be difficult or less than ideal for the average pet owner to choose to feed their pets.

It requires a lot more planning and research to ensure the diet is nutritionally adequate There are food safety and contamination risks associated with handling raw meats It can be costly and time-consuming compared to a pre-formulated dry or canned diet

Which person created the first commercial pet food (a hard biscuit for dogs)?

James Spratt

In Illinois, which groups of people are required to have psychological evaluations and treatment as mandated by the courts? Select ALL that apply for credit.

Juveniles Someone convicted of animal torture Hoarders

Which sport is for sighthound breeds only?

Lure coursing

Which of the following is NOT a reason people are spending more money on their pets today?

People are focusing less on their careers, working less hours, and focusing more on their pets

Which sector of the pet industry makes the most profit (the breakdown is similar in the lecture to what we continue to see today)?

Pet food

What is the difference between a pet rehabilitation therapist and a physical therapist?

Pet rehabilitation therapists help animals with their therapy needs, and physical therapists help people with their therapy needs

Which pet food company used Admiral Byrd's sled dog team as an advertisement for their pet food after providing food for his team's expedition?

Purina

Which of the following is NOT an agility obstacle?

Sandbox

Compassion _______________ is when a job in the care field (caring for animals, caring for people, etc.) invokes happy and content feelings with your life and your job. Many people in these jobs love their jobs and experience this feeling every day.

Satisfaction

Pet trainers teach ____________ to animals, while applied animal behaviorists look at specific behavioral issues to manage and modify.

Skills

Where do we see most of out laws for animals centered in?

State and local laws

What breed(s) of dogs are allowed to participate in Earthdog trials?

Terriers

What is the yellow coloring for at the bottom of the A-frame and teeter-totter?

The dog must touch at least one foot into this area before exiting the obstacle

A law is unfortunately only as useful as the enforcement of it. Just because a law is in place to protect animals does not mean it is always properly enforced and protecting animals as intended.

True

A law is unfortunately only as useful as the enforcement of it. Just because the laws in place to protect animals does not mean it is always properly enforced and protecting animals as intended

True

A police officer is able to confiscate an animal left out in extreme, life-threatening cold conditions in the winter, even if the owner of the animal is not home.

True

Generally speaking, if a woman obtains a dog before she gets married, she would be the one who gets custody of the dog during a divorce (her name is on the adoption papers and veterinary bills). This would be the case even if the husband assumed the role of caring for the dog, and even if the dog was more attached to the husband. All that matters is who obtained the dog and assumed it as property.

True

In most cases, if someone is breaking the Illinois Humane Care for Animals Act law, it is the Owners' Duties section. Also, in most cases, this can be remedied with some help and education for the owner, rather than having to confiscate an animal and convict the person of a crime.

True

One surprising industry that hires pet behaviorists is the pet food industry, as they often need behaviorists to study the feeding behaviors in cats and dogs to test palatability (tastiness) of their products.

True

Pet insurance companies can and do use breed as a way to set specific rates for your pets (as some breeds have more health issues than others)

True

Sled dogs competing in the Iditarod are very different from the average pet dog. It is best to compare them to Olympic-level ultra-marathoners to get a sense of how they are conditioned and prepared for the race, as well as how they're bred differently than other types of dogs.

True

Veterinarians do not always have grateful or friendly clients. Some pet owners can be hostile or uncaring towards veterinary staff, adding to the challenges already present in the job. Be kind to your veterinarian and veterinary technicians!

True

While some companies do hire trainers and behaviorists, many are self employed

True

Who enforces the federal Animal Welfare Act?

United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

What would be a benefit to animals being viewed as property under the law?

Your pet is protected from theft