Animal Nutrition

What can be added to a pet's diet to relieve both diarrhea OR constipation?

• fiber

• fats

• proteins

• fish oil

Which amino acid must be part of a feline diet to maintain proper health?

• tryptophan

• taurine

• glycine

• glutamic acid

What is the biggest health concern related to animal nutrition?

• anorexia

• obesity

• bulemia

• inappetence

The primary component of animal diets should be

• carbohydrates

• fats

• vitamins

• proteins

What is the toxin found in chocolate that animals do not have the ability to metabolize?

• thiamine

• theobromine

• persin

• caffeine

The condition of body wasting is called

• anorexia

• bulemia

• cachexia

• pica

Which of these should be a concern when feeding your pet a RAW FOOD diet?

• infection by bacteria and other pathogens

• getting enough protein & required nutrients

• recipes that are balanced

• all of the above

If food allergy is suspected, what is the best way to determine possible allergens?

• Allergy testing

• Food Trials

• Only feed vegetables

• Only feed meat

Which of these could cause a pet to become anorexic?

• Pain

• Illness / Disease

• Environmental factors

• Not getting fed enough

• All of these

Why is dietary fiber important?

• makes pet feel full & prevents hungry feeling

• gives pet energy

• prevents diarrhea and constipation

• prevents anorexia