Chapter 8: Dog Breed Identification & Management Review

What is orchidectomy?

(Castration) Testicles removed to prevent reproduction

How long ago were dogs domesticated?

10,000 years ago

How many dog breeds are recognized in the AKC?

160

When should you begin weaning puppies?

3-5 weeks

At what age typically do vaccination programs begin for puppies?

6 - 8 weeks old.

Gestation length for a dog?

63 days

How many dog breed categories are there?

7

What is giardiasis?

A protozoa (giardia) which is contracted by drinking contaminated well water or is transmitted person-to-person by the oral/fecal route.

What is coccidiosis?

A protozoan disease caused by contaminated bird dropping in water and soil structure.

What is monogastric?

A single stomach to digest food.

What are signs of a Happy Dog?

Alert, ears up and forward, mouth open, and panting, tail up and wagging, with a relaxed stance.

What is the name of the medication that is used to treat and prevent parasitic infection, also known as dewormer?

Althementic

What is it called when a dog is having difficulty laboring?

Dystocia

What is Canis familiaris?

Genus and Species of domesticated dogs

What are signs of an aggressive dog?

Growls, shows teeth, has its hackle up on back and shoulder, lower head to ground, stares with direct eye contact.

What is alopecia?

Hair Loss

How are vaccinations administered?

Intramuscularly (IM) or Subcutaneously (SQ)

Three types of restraints? (categories)

Physical Restraint, Verbal Restraint, Chemical Restraint.

What is ear plucking?

Removes visible hair from the inside ear canal.

What are anal glands?

Scent glands fill up and may cause discomfort if not expressed.

What are the signs of external parasites? How are they treated? Give an Example.

Signs are scratching, chewing at the skin, skin sores, visible parasites, and flea dirt on the hair coat. They are treated by topical medication. Example Lice.

5 Physical Restraint methods? What are they?

Standing Restraint (bear hug), Sitting Restraint, Lateral Recumbency (on the side), Sternal Recumbency (On chest or sternum), Dorsal Recumbency (on its back)

Where is the jugular venipuncture taken from?

Taken from the vein in the neck.

Where is the cephalic venipuncture taken from?

Taken from the vein inside the front of the leg.

What is the Estrus?

The Female is receptive to the male and will allow breeding.

What does it mean when a dog is in heat?

The female dog is receptive to make a dog for mating. Estrus Cycle.

What do internal parasites feed on? How are they treated? Give an Example.

They feed on blood and are treated with regular preventative care. Example heartworm, roundworm, hook worm, and etc.

What is the purpose of muzzles?

To prevent biting.

What is the act of giving birth for dogs?

Whelping

What are dogs bred from?

Wolves

What is ovariohysterectomy?

removal of ovaries and uterus to prevent reproduction