Theory June 2019

Where is the most suitable place to check the pulse of a dog?

• Femoral vein.

• Femoral artery.

• Pulmonary vein.

• Pulmonary artery.

Which of the following is one of the five welfare needs?

• Need for a suitable diet

• Need for a suitable mate.

• Need for a suitable shelter.

• Need for a suitable treatment.

What does the term gait mean?

• The way the animal feeds.

• The way the animal walks.

• The way the animal grows.

• The way the animal behaves.

What is the most important reason for carrying out regular foot care on livestock?

• To identify signs of damage or infection.

• To avoid dirt building up between the toes.

• To ensure animals are able to stand to mate.

• To ensure animals are able to move away from danger.

Which of the following is a common bacterial disease in reptiles?

• Tetanus.

• Strangles.

• Salmonella.

• Leptospirosis

What is the cause of avian flu?

• Virus.

• Fungus.

• Parasite.

• Bacteria.

Redness around the eyes, blindness and weight loss are common signs of which condition?

• Tetanus.

• Fly strike.

• Strangles

• Myxomatosis.

What is the most common sign of stress in birds?

• Pica.

• Overeating.

• Undereating.

• Feather plucking.

A large dog has been injured in a road traffic accident. What should be carried out first?

• Lift the dog to safety

• Take the dog to the vets.

• Cover the dog to keep it warm.

• Ensure the area around the dog is safe.

What is the best way to prevent further weight gain in a cat showing signs of obesity?

• Offer only low fat food for the next six months.

• Follow a strict feeding plan agreed with the vet.

• Follow the same diet while reducing daily treats.

• Provide the same diet reviewing with vet after six months.