Factors Affecting Animal Enclosure Planning Quiz

Why do rabbits need large enclosures?

• They like to chew

• They need to stretch, hop, and lie down fully

• They eat a lot

• They overheat easily

What problem can occur if an animal's enclosure is too small?

• Better appetite

• Increased activity

• Stress and behavioural issues

• More social interaction

Why do chickens need access to outdoor areas?

• To escape predators

• For dust bathing and foraging

• To lay more eggs

• To avoid cold

Which animal benefits from a run attached to a hutch or a free-roaming garden?

• Gecko

• Rabbit

• Snake

• Praying mantis

Why is ease of cleaning important in animal housing?

• It saves money on bedding

• It improves coat condition

• It prevents disease and discomfort

• It reduces food waste

What type of surface is best for cleaning a gecko's vivarium?

• Carpet

• Soil

• Rough wood

• Smooth and disinfectable

Which animals need UVB lighting and heat sources to survive?

• Sheep and goats

• Rabbits and guinea pigs

• Bearded dragons and geckos

• Chickens and ducks

What might happen if chicks don’t have proper heating in a brooder box?

• They grow faster

• They become stressed or die

• They sleep more

• They start moulting

Why is proper waste disposal important in animal enclosures?

• Keeps animals quiet

• Saves bedding

• Prevents contamination and reduces pests

• Helps animals stay warm

What waste facility might be needed for sheep or chickens?

• Litter tray

• Aquarium filter

• Muck heap or secure bin

• Soakaway pipe