Chapter 8-Luis

what are factors to consider when selecting a dog?

-size of the dog as an adult -indoor or outdoor dog -spaced needed for a dog

list the seven groups of dogs ?

-working-sporting-non sporting-hound-terrier-toy-herding

what is the difference between a pure-breed dog and mixed-breed dog?

a purebred dog has parents who are registered and who have a known parentage. a mixed dog is a cross between two or more breeds.

when should a dog be fed a maintenance diet?

between the ages of 1 and 7

what are the five classes of diseases? give an example of each type

bacterial,viral,fungal,protozoan,rickettsial

what grooming services should veterinary assistants be familiar with?

bathing, nail trimming, grooming, ear cleaning,

what is the ideal vaccine program for a puppy?

dhlppc, rv

what is the difference between internal and external parasites?

internal is on the inside and external is on the out side

what is the difference between lateral recumbancy and sternal recumbency ?

lateral recumbency-animal is placed on the side sternal recumbency-animal is placed lying on the chest

what are signs that a dog may have parasites?

scratching and chewing at the skin

what is the importance of training a puppy or dog?

so it can grow up be an obedient dog

what is the importance of educating clients about zoonotic diseases and parasites?

so that they are aware that some diseases can be transferred from animal to human

what are signs of a female dog in estrus?

swollen vulva, vaginal discharge , licking at the vulva, swollen mammary glands

what are some general health practices that should be maintained for a dog?

trimming, grooming, and ear cleaning

what is the term for a disease passed from an animal to a human?

zoonotic