ANS2CA- 7.03- Feedingg

What is the recommended number of meals per day for an adult dog?

• One meal

• Two meals

• Three meals

• Four meals

Why is it important to use an actual measuring cup when portioning out a dog's food?

• To ensure the food is fresh

• To accurately measure the food quantity

• To make the food taste better

• To prevent the dog from eating too fast

What can happen if more than 12 hours elapse between a dog's meals?

• The dog will become hyperactive

• The dog's stomach can become hyperacidic

• The dog will gain weight

• The dog will lose its appetite

What percentage of a dog's overall caloric intake should treats constitute?

• 5%

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

What is typically listed on a bag of dry dog food to help determine the amount of food a dog should eat?

• Protein content

• Kilocalories per cup (kcal/cup)

• Vitamin content

• Fat percentage

What should be done with the calories from treats when calculating a dog's daily food intake?

• Add them to the regular food calories

• Subtract them from the regular food calories

• Ignore them

• Double them

Why should pet foods with 'exotic' or 'novel' ingredients be avoided?

• They are more expensive

• They often contain unknown allergens

• They spoil faster

• They are less tasty

How often might puppies need to eat compared to adult dogs?

• Less frequently

• The same frequency

• More frequently

• Only once a day

What is one benefit of proper feeding for dogs?

• It prevents shedding

• It prevents a variety of health problems

• It makes the dog more playful

• It increases the dog's lifespan by 10 years

What factor can cause variation in the amount of food a dog needs?

• The dog's color

• The dog's breed

• The dog's metabolism and activity levels

• The dog's age only