APSC 2164 Test 2
senior
11 to 14 years. (Cats.)
geriatric
15 years +. (Cats.)
feline permanent teeth (dental formula)
2 (i 3/3, c 1/1, p 3/2) = 26
canine deciduous teeth (dental formula)
2 (i 3/3, c 1/1, p 3/3) = 28
feline deciduous teeth (dental formula)
2(I 3/3, C 1/1, P 3/2, M 1/1) = 30
canine permanent teeth (dental formula)
2(I 3/3, C 1/1, P 4/4, M 2/3) = 42
prime
3 years to 6 years. (Cats.)
junior
7 months to 2 years. (Cats.)
mature
7 to 10 years. (Cats.)
modified triadan system
A 3-digit number to a specific tooth. A consistent method of numbering teeth across different animal species. The system is based on the permanent dentition of the pig, which has 11 teeth in each quadrant: 3 I, 1 C, 4 P and 3 M, for a grand total is 44 teeth. The animal's head is divided into 4 quadrants, with the upper right quadrant labeled "1" and the remaining quadrants numbered in a counterclockwise direction. The first digit denotes the quadrant. The second and third digits denote the tooth position within the quadrant, with the sequence always starting at the midline.
senior, geriatric
A ____ dog is nearing its life expectancy while a ____ dog is at or past its life expectancy.
group
A _____of breeds has certain distinguishing characteristics in common that can be transmitted genetically.
liver
A bird's ___ produces yolk.
15, 24, 4
A cat is ___ in human years after its first year, ___ after its second, and then ages ___ years every year.
mammalia, carnivora, felidae, felis, felis catus
A cat is class ____, order _____, family _____, genus ____, and species ____.
solid
A cat's coat is ____ if it is only one color with no stripes.
Canine Health Information Center (CHIC)
A centralized canine health database sponsored by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. Works with participating parent clubs as a resource for breeders and owners of purebred dogs to research and maintain information on the health issues prevalent in specific breeds. Does this by establishing a recommended protocol for breed specific health screening and recognizing dogs tested in accordance with that protocol.
medium
A dog between 25-60 lbs.
setter
A dog formerly trained to crouch when game was scented; now trained to point.
small
A dog less than 25 lbs.
10, 34, 20, 30
A dog normally has ___ to ____ breaths per minute while a cat normally has ___ to ___.
large
A dog over 60 lbs.
pointer
A dog that assumes an immovable stance when it scents the game nearby. It indicates the presence by pointing in the direction of the game with its nose.
flushing dog
A dog that flushes game; he forces the game out in the open without pursuing it like hounds and without indicating its presence like pointers.
waterdog
A dog that hunts in marshy areas for waterfowl, particularly a retriever.
hound
A dog with drop ears that takes to the trail and tracks, eventually running down the animal being hunted.
L
A dog's ear canal is in the shape of an ___.
femoral
A good place to find the pulse in dogs is the ____ artery on the inside of the thigh.
breed
A group of individuals with common characteristics that distinguish them from other members of their species and that can be genetically passed on to the next generation.
terrier
A hunting dog that roots animals from burrows, that "hunts underground."
retriever
A hunting dog trained to find and bring wounded or killed game back to the handler.
lenticular sclerosis (nuclear sclerosis)
A kind of normal situation as the dog ages. Layers in lens like in onions. They are compact and don't allow the lens to modify shape to accommodate for near/far vision.
dolichocephalic
A long, narrow skull.
round, longer, slit, shorter
A male cat has a ____ genital opening and a ____ anogenital distance while a female cat has a ____ genital opening and a ____ anogenital distance.
mesaticephalic
A medium skull.
Cat Fancier's Association (CFA)
A non-profit organization founded in 1906 after breaking ties with the American Cat Association. The largest registry of pedigreed cats • Objectives: welfare of all cats; promotion and improvement of CFA recognized breeds; registering, recording or identifying by number or by other means the names and/or pedigrees of cats and kittens; promulgation of rules for the management of cat shows; licensing of cat shows held under the rules of this organization; promotion of the interests of breeders and exhibitors of pedigreed cats.
brachycephalic
A short, wide, round skull.
variety
A subdivision within a breed wherein all specimens have a common, genetically transmittable characteristic that distinguishes them from other specimens of that breed.
103
Above ____ degrees F is a fever.
30, 2
After ____ chest compressions you should administer ___ rapid breaths.
12, 18, 10
An indoor cat may live __ to ___ years while an outdoor cat ages twice as fast and may live ___.
geriatric
At life expectancy and beyond.
99, 98
Below ____ to ____ degrees F is hypothermia.
pneumatic
Birds have ___ bones that have spaces of air and aid in flight.
kitten
Birth to six months. (Cats.)
asteroid hyalosis
Calcium/chemicals present in eyes.
greyhounds, bulldogs, deep and barrel chested dogs, cats, small dogs
Cardiac pump theory is best suited for...
cardiac pump theory
Cardiac ventricles are directly compressed between the ribs in lateral recumbency or between the sternum and the spine in dorsal recumbency. Keel-chested, narrow, deep chested dogs, greyhounds; barrell-chested dorsal recumbency: English bulldogs.
higher, lower
Cats and small dogs tend to have ___ thoracic wall compliance while older or obese dogs tend to have ____.
premolar
Cats do not have a first ____.
thoracic pump theory
Chest compressions increase the overall intrathoracic pressure, secondarily compressing the aorta and collapsing the vena cava leading to blood flow out of the thorax. For medium, large, and giant breed dogs with rounded chest.
cornea endothelial degeneration
Collagen layer of cornea is hydrated.
tuxedo
Coloration with white paws, chest, and belly, with optional white on face.
van
Colored tail, patches of color on head.
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)
Combination of chest compression and artificial respiration.
30:2
Compression:ventilation ratio is ____.
torbies
Cross between a Tortie and a Tiger cat color ("Totroiseshell-tabby"). Have stripes, which make them look similar to tiger cats, but they will also have the black/orange blend of the tortie coloring
no
Do puppies have molars?
do not
Do/do not use your thumb to take a pulse.
teacup
Dogs that weigh less than the AKC approved standard weight for their breed, often by a pound or more. Not good for animal health.
adult
Finished growing, structurally and social mature.
premolars
For cutting, holding, and shearing food.
60, 100, 100, 140, 180, 140, 220
For large dog breeds, the normal heart rate is ___ to ____ bpm. For small dog breeds, the normal heart rate is ___ to ____ bpm. A faster rate of ____ bpm is normal for puppies up to a year old. A cat's heart rate is between ___ and ___ bpm.
senior
From maturity to life expectancy. Approximately the last 25% of expected lifespan.
mature
From middle up to approximately last 25% of expected lifespan. Window of time around half of the life expectancy for a breed.
scruffing
Grabbing loose skin behind head and neck; no collar.
press belly quick and hard behind ribs
How do you give the Heimlich to a dog laying down on one side?
wrap arms around belly behind ribs and give quick squeeze
How do you give the Heimlich to a standing dog?
place cat on open bag, fasten hook, wrap cat, zip
How do you use cat bags?
38
How many chromosomes do cats have?
78
How many chromosomes does a dog have?
sternal, lateral
In a ____ recumbency position the cat is sitting up with its limbs over the table while in a ____ recumbency position the cat is laying on its side.
Miscellaneous Class
Includes 8 breeds. Those currently eligible to participate are still enrolled in the FSS. Enrollment is maintained until the AKC Board of Directors accepts the breed for regular status.
mitted
Just white paws.
tooth wear, gum disease
Looking at an animal's teeth you can determine its age by _____ and ____.
harlequin
Mostly white with several large patches of color.
puppy
Neonate until reproductive maturity.
Fleur de Lis
Newly erupted permanent incisors have the crowns distinctly divided into three cups.
chinese crested, giant schnauzer, maltese, poodle, portuguese water dog
No dog is 100% hypoallergenic. However, there are dogs with predictable, non-shedding coats that produce less dander/dandruff. What are some examples?
96, 97
Normal temperature for a puppy at birth is ___ to ___ F, and it gradually increases with age until it is 100 F at 4 weeks old.
99.5, 102.5
Normal temperature for dogs and cats is _____ - _____ F.
rosette
Occurs only in Bengals. Dark circular markings that have a lighter color inside of them.
AKC Canine Partners
Offers all dogs the opportunity to join the AKC family. Allows mixed breed dogs and non-eligible AKC registered dogs to participate and earn titles in dogs sports and provides for an enhanced relationship between people, their dogs, and other dogs.
left
Only the ___ side of the reproductive tract develops in birds.
carnassials
Paired upper and lower teeth modified in such a way as to allow enlarged and often self- sharpening edges to pass by each other in a shearing manner to permit the more efficient consumption of meat.
waterproof, veterinarian, pet, muzzles, gloves, thermometer, lubricant, tweezers, needles, safety, toenail
Pet first aid kits should be in a _____ container. They should have ____ contact info and ____ info, restraints and _____. Some basic tools include ____ for your hands, a _______ for temperature, ______ for the thermometer, ______, sterile ______, and a _______ razor. Some other tools/supplies include a ____ trimmer, magnifying glass, tourniquet, flashlight, emergency blanket, gauze, cotton balls, vet wrap, antibacterial wipes.
between, above
Place finger _____ cats' legs when gripping him. Seat cats' elbow in your hands, and make sure your grasp is _____ the hocks.
Trap, Neuter, Return (TNR)
Program that allows free roaming cats to live out their lives without adding to the homeless cat population. Cats are humanely trapped, often evaluated to ensure they are healthy enough to live a free- roaming lifestyle, vaccinated, spayed/neutered, ear tipped to identify them as being altered and released back to their familiar environment. Often kittens and tame cats are placed with rescue organizations for adoption into homes
sinus arrythmia
Pulse is faster on inspiration and slower on expiration.
junior
Reproductively mature, still growing.
dander
Skin cells attached to pet hair that cause most allergies in humans.
10
Small and toy breeds do not become elderly until around age ____.
longer
Smaller dogs live ___ than larger dogs. They also tend to mature more quickly in the first few years of life.
antibiotic, antiseptic, rubbing
Some medications and ointments you may want to include in your first aid kit are ____ ointment such as Neosporin, _____ solution such as Betadine, ear cleaner, eye wipes, and hydrogen peroxide and _____ alcohol to disinfect wounds.
iris atrophy
Sphincters that contract pupil become atrophic. Pupil cannot constrict.
mammalia, carnivora, canidae, canis, canis familiaris
Taxonomy: A dog is class _____, order _____, family ______, genus _____ and species _____.
ticked
The ___ tabby has agouti hairs found uniformly over the entire coat, giving a flecked or freckled appearance.
anatomical, triadan
The ____ method of identifying teeth is not computer friendly while the ____ is.
non-sporting
The dogs in this group consist of assorted breeds who do not fit into any of the other groups.
sporting
The dogs in this group were developed as bird dogs.
toy
The dogs in this group were developed as companion dogs.
working
The dogs in this group were developed for a variety of jobs.
herding
The dogs in this group were developed to herd livestock.
hound
The dogs in this group were developed to hunt using sight or scent.
terrier
The dogs in this group were developed to hunt vermin and to dig them from their burrows or lairs.
quadrant, within
The first digit under the triadan system denotes the ______, the second and third the position ____.
15
The first year of a dog's life is equal to ____ humans years.
incisors
The front teeth, for cutting and nibbling food.
standard
The group of characteristics that defines a breed.
domestic shorthair
The most common type of cat to share our home. It is not a breed of cat, rather a cat of unknown/mixed origin. As a result, they come in all manner of shapes and sizes depending on their background.
lab, german shepherd, golden, english bulldog, beagle, french bulldog, yorkie, poodle, rottweiler, boxer
The top 10 most popular dog breeds of 2014, in order:
buff
These cats are faded orange cats, generally looking peach or cream in color
tabby (tiger)
These cats have stripes covering their body.
AKC Reunite Program
This AKC program is committed to pet identification, specifically ensuring pets have two forms of ID, a collar or pet ID tag and a microchip or tattoo to aid in their quick identification and return them home if they get lost.
Canine Good Citizen Program
This AKC program tests dogs of any breed or type, registered or not, for basic behavior and temperament suitable for appearing in public and living at home. This is required for a certified therapy dog.
calico
This cat has three colors (usually black, brown, orange or white). Each color is in large patches around the body.
tortie
This cat's coat is usually made up of black and orange (though usually black is the dominant color), which is "mixed together" instead of in patches.
6
This process of exfoliation of primary teeth and eruption of permanent teeth is usually complete by ____ months of age.
Foundation Stock Service (FSS)
This program includes 66 breeds. Is a breed registry in which breeders of rare breeds can record the birth and parentage of a breed that they are trying to establish in the US. Not eligible for AKC registration. Provide foundation stock from which eventually a fully recognized breed might result.
classic
This tabby has circular whirls that often create a "bulls- eye" shape.
spotted
This tabby has spots or dotted lines rather than solid stripes
mackerel
This tabby is striped like a tiger.
agouti
This tabby pattern is is a little more subtle than the others. In this pattern, each hair has bands of color. Most tabbies have at least some of these hairs.
medium, large, giant breed dogs with rounded chests
Thoracic pump theory is best suited for...
cupping the head
Thumb on top of cat's head, finger rest under the chin (mandible)
15, 4
To get an animal's heart rate, count how many beats you feel in ___ seconds and multiply by _____.
molars
To grind food.
canines
To hold and tear food; the large fangs.
net bags
Used for fractious/aggressive cats. Has net that catches the animal.
hairs with bands of color
What are agouti hairs?
gauntlet gloves, net bags, box, towels
What are four examples of special handling equipment when dealing with cats?
close all doors, body language, minimal restraint
What are some precautions to take when restraining cats?
grooming, physical examination, medication, catheterization, immunization, feral cats
What are some reasons why you would restrain cats?
burns, difficulty breathing, cuts, bites, insect stings, poisoning, heat stroke, bleeding, vomiting blood, frostbite, blood in urine or stool, seizures, losing consciousness, swallowing foreign object, physical injury
What are some signs of emergency situations?
teeth, coat color and condition, lenticular sclerosis
What are some things you can look at to estimate pet age?
sporting, hound, working, terrier, toy, herding, non-sporting
What are the 7 groups of the AKC?
airway, breathing, circulation and chest compressions
What are the ABCs of pet CPR?
encourage healthy breeding that fits standards, protect the use, keeping, and breeding of dogs, and support free exchange of dogs and cynological information
What are the three goals of the FCI?
exotic, persian, maine coon, ragdoll, british shorthair
What are the top five most popular cats for 2015?
hip dysplasia, elbow dysplasia
What are two evaluations you can get done through CHIC?
australian shepherd, cardigan welsh corgi
What are two examples of dog breeds from the herding group?
beagle, bloodhound
What are two examples of dog breeds from the hound group?
bulldog, dalmation (also poodle, chow chow)
What are two examples of dog breeds from the non-sporting group?
pointers, retrievers (also setters and spaniels)
What are two examples of dog breeds from the sporting group?
yorkshire, boston
What are two examples of dog breeds from the terrier group?
chihuahua, pomeranian
What are two examples of dog breeds from the toy group?
malamute, husky
What are two examples of dog breeds from the working group?
thyroid, hip dysplasia
What are two tests you can get done at OFA?
activity, reactivity, wake/sleep cycles, appetite, elimination habits
What can we look at in an animal's behavior to determine age?
skin, coat, muscles, bones, joints
What can we look at in an animal's body to determine age?
promotes and sanctions events for purebred dogs (nonprofit registry of purebred dog pedigrees)
What does the American Kennel Club do?
skin glue
What is Nexaban?
group of free roaming cats that live in close proximity to each other
What is a cat colony?
a homeless cat that is undomesticated
What is a feral cat?
styptic powder
What is another name for QuikStop powder?
sheepdogs and cattle dogs
What is group 1 of the FCI?
sighthounds
What is group 10 of the FCI?
pinscher and schnauzer, giant breeds, swiss mountain and cattle dogs and other breeds
What is group 2 of the FCI?
terriers
What is group 3 of the FCI?
dachshunds
What is group 4 of the FCI?
spitz and primitive types
What is group 5 of the FCI?
scent hounds and related breeds
What is group 6 of the FCI?
pointing dogs
What is group 7 of the FCI?
retrievers, flushing dogs, water dogs
What is group 8 of the FCI?
companion and toy dogs
What is group 9 of the FCI?
molars
What teeth are puppies missing?
sternal
Which is the most common position for cat restraint: sternal or lateral?
locket
White spot on chest.
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA)
Works to promote the health and welfare of companion animals through a reduction in the incidence of genetic disease. Databases are core to the objective. Responsible breeders should breed health dogs; this database serves all breeds of dogs and cats. Testing methodology and criteria for evaluating the test results for each database were independently established by veterinary scientists from their respective specialty areas, and the standards are generally accepted throughout the world.
elbow
You can take a cat's pulse behind its ____ if the femoral artery is too difficult.
rectal, ear
You can take an animals temperature using a ___ or ___ thermometer.
bleached
You can usually tell the age of a hen/how many eggs she has laid by how ____ her beak is.
2, 100, 120, 1/3, 1/2
You want to chest compressions for ___ mins straight (with rapid breaths) at a rate of ___ to ___ per minute. Compression depth should be ___ to ____ width of the chest.
medium
___ size breeds are somewhere in the middle in terms of maturation and lifespan.
larger
____ dogs may mature more slowly at first but already be considered elderly at age 5.
dilutes
_____ have the same color scheme as their non- dilute counterparts, but they are lighter and not as strong ("diluted")
point
______-colored cats generally have color on their face, feet and tail.
