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.
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,
when should a dog be fed a maintenance diet?
between the ages of 1 and 7
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
