Which of the following statements about goats is the most accurate?

Goats recognize unfriendly behavior in handlers.

When exercising your dog, you should:

condition the dog over time before taking it out for strenuous exercise

Which of the following statements about parturition in sheep and goats is true?

In goats, twins and triplets are more common than singleton births

Which of these is a common reason why pets are abandoned?

All of these answers are correct.

Which of the following statements about restraining a goat for hoof trimming is the least accurate?

To trim a goat’s front feet, grasp the leg at the tarsus.

When rats become upset:

their tails move back and forth

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1
Which of these is NOT a common symptom of lymphocytic choriomeningitis?
lethargic movement
ruffled coat
hyperactivity
weight loss
2
Who is credited with developing our modern method of animal classification?
Carolus Linnaeus
Aristotle
Philip Taxano
John Ray
3
The domesticated guinea pig has been bred for _____ is South America for at least 3,000 years.
pets
pest control
their pelts
meat production
4
What are the two main families of parasitic ticks?
large ticks and small ticks
smooth ticks and hairy ticks
hard ticks and soft ticks
white ticks and black ticks
5
Which kingdom includes molds and yeasts?
Monera
Protista
Fungi
Plantae
6
Young kits;
Are weaned at 4-8 weeks
All of the above
Can be fed by hand if necessary
Nurse 1-2 times daily, usually at night
7
Which of the following statements about goats is the most accurate?
Like sheep, goats have a strong instinct to remain with the group.
Because of their temperament, goats require restraint from the outset.
Goats recognize unfriendly behavior in handlers.
Because of their temperament, goats tolerate rougher handling.
8
Tonkinese bred together usually produce a litter that is one-half:
Burmese
Scottish Fold
Tonkinese
Siamese
9
When were the first laws enacted in the United States to protect farm animals?
1792
1480
1886
1641
10
Rabbits can be bred all year
True
False
11
A heifer should be at ___ of its mature weight before breeding
40-45%
100%
50-55%
60-65%
12
When exercising your dog, you should:
exercise the dog strenuously no more than two hours aftereating a largemeal
take the dog to the veterinarian only if it shows signs of illness
remember that the dog will stop exercising if it gets tired
condition the dog over time before taking it out for strenuous exercise
13
A foal appearing in a "head diving" position at parturition indicates
Fetal malformation
Fetal malposition
Normal parturition
Dystocia
14
When ferrets are young, their mother will pick them up by:
the tail
the middle of the body
the front legs
the nape of the neck
15
The word “mouse” comes from an old Sanskrit word meaning:
tiny
blessing
gnawed
thief
16
Toxoplasmosis can cause ______ in the unborn child.
Down’s Syndrome
miscarriage or premature birth
deafness
Cerebral Palsy
17
Female gerbils come into heat every __ days and gestation varies between ___ days
6-8; 25-28
4-5; 26-27
5-8; 23-25
4-6; 24-26
18
Which of these is a fat-soluble vitamin?
all answers
vitamin C
vitamin B
vitamin A
19
Which of the following statements about parturition in sheep and goats is true?
In goats, twins and triplets are more common than singleton births
Ewes typically hide their offspring after they are born.
20
A female kitten usually comes into heat every 8-10 weeks
True
False
21
Dogs go into heat only twice a year for an average of 18 days
True
False
22
Veterinarians are very qualified to work in______________.
all answers
public health
the military
pharmaceutical sales
23
Rabbits are induced ovulators
False
True
24
Which type of vitamin is made in the animal’s body after exposure to ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun?
D
E
K
B
25
To restrain a goat while determining its temperature, pulse rate, and respiration rate,
set up the goat.
flank the goat
place a collar on the goat and secure the animal to a stanchion.
back the goat into a corner.
26
Which of these is NOT a symptom of a respiratory infection in a gerbil?
constant sneezing
hyperactivity
runny eyes
loss of appetite
27
_________ help animals achieve their full potential, and also evaluate animals for their temperament and abilities
animal trainers
naturalists
zookeepers
animal handlers
28
Gerbils reach s**ual maturity between 9 and 12 weeks of age
False
True
29
Today, the Welsh Terrier is considered a watchdog and:
therapy dog
apartment dog
hunting dog
rescue dog
30
Male ferrets have a decline in testosterone in the winter months
False
True
31
Treats should comprise _____ of a rat’s daily diet.
at least 10%
no more than 20%
at least 20%
less than 10%
32
Which of these is a common reason why pets are abandoned?
All of these answers are correct.
They cost too much to feed.
They put too much time demand on the family.
They lose their “cuteness” as they get older.
33
Which of the following statements about restraining a goat for hoof trimming is the least accurate?
To trim a goat’s rear feet, grasp the leg at the hock.
The hooves on a goat usually are soft.
To trim a goat’s front feet, grasp the leg at the tarsus.
34
Mice gestation period is normally __ days with a typical litter size of __
21, 5-10
13, 5-8
15, 6-8
20, 12-14
35
What should do before handling your pet if has been bitten by another animal that might have rabies?
isolate your pet from other animals and people
call your veterinarian
put on gloves
contact the local animal control authorities
36
Which of these is NOT a sign of feline leukemia?
swollen lymph nodes
fever
lethargy
intense hunger
37
A system of mating in which a sow in estrus is placed in a pen with one boar, under the watchful eye of the producer is
Individual breeding
Hand mating
Harem mating
Pen mating
38
Underdeveloped horns that are not attached to the skull are known as
pinches
ballings
scurs
hutches
39
A breeding soundness exam of the males emphasize:
Scrotal circumference
Estimated progeny differences and pedigree
Vision and conformation
Libido and mounting behavior
40
A male kitten reaches s**ual maturity at about what age?
6-8 weeks
12-15 months
12-15 weeks
6-8 months
41
When rats become upset:
the hair on the body relaxes
their tails move back and forth
they go limp
their bodies remain perfectly still
42
Which of these is NOT one of the four major lines of dogs?
companion dogs
hounds and terriers
herd dogs
guard dogs
43
Ticks should be removed by:
using forceps
twisting
squeezing
breaking off the head
44
Which of the following groups feel it is okay to use animal in research when no other alternatives exist?
Animal Welfare Advocates
Animal Liberation Front
Animal Rights Advocates
All of the above
45
The typical commercial hamster cage has stainless steel side and top bars and plastic floors, and:
provides exercise opportunities
allows the hamster to see out
all these answers are correct
is usually easy to clean
46
Which of these businesses would be classified as an exhibitor of animals?
diagnostic laboratory
hospital
airline
carnival
47
What do botanists study?
animal parasites
plant life
animals and plants that live in water
freshwater organisms and their environment
48
A bitch's food ration should be increased at ___ weeks of pregnancy
4/5
3/4
5/6
6/7
49
Which of these is NOT a sign of aplastic anemia in ferrets?
depression
hind end weakness
darkened mucus membranes
dehydration
50
When you purchase an animal from a pet shop, you generally know:
where the animal came from
the animal’s full pedigree
the animal’s breed and age
the conditions under which the animal was raised
51
Which of these is NOT a favorite food of guinea pigs?
cucumbers
carrots
turnips
broccoli
52
Diagnostic ultrasound per rectum in __ provides limited ability to detect pregnancy from day 90 to day 150 of gestation
Cattle
Swine
Sheep and goats
Horses
53
Which of these is a physical characteristic of the Burmese?
It has a distinct nose break.
It has a long, wiry body.
It has green eyes.
It has a heart-shaped head.
54
Where does the first step in the digestive process take place?
the stomach
the intestines
the mouth
the esophagus
55
The typical guinea pig cage has a _____ bottom.
wooden
plastic
rubber-coated metal
bare metal
56
The first normal or feline cat, Proailurus, appeared about _______ years ago.
65 million
120 million
150 million
35 million
57
What are the 3 R's when dealing with animal experimentation?
Replacement, Reduction, Refinement
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Replace, Reuse, Refine
Refrain, Replace, Repeat
58
What is the major characteristic of the Satin?
Option 2its ears
its eyes
its fur
its claws
59
Which of these animals is NOT one of the normal intermediate hosts for the Echinococcus species of tapeworm?
cats
foxes
coyotes
mice
60
Which of these is a recommended treat for ferrets?
raisins
plain vanilla ice cream
cooked meat scraps
licorice
61
Which of the following breeds of goats is all white or cream color and is known for its milk-producing ability?
Nubian
Angora
Toggenburg
Saanen
62
Which of these is NOT a sign that a mouse has been infected with Spironucleus muris or Giardia muris?
hunched posture
lethargy
sticky stools
weight gain
63
Which of these is classified as a dwarf breed?
Sable
American Fuzzy Lop
Havana
French Lops
64
The fur on a guinea pig’s neck stands up when:
it is hungry
it feels threatened
it is tired
it is ready to mate
65
Rats s**ually mature at 6 weeks of age
False
True
66
Which of these is NOT a symptom of respiratory disease in rats?
rattled breathing
pacing
nasal discharge
rubbing the eyes and nose
67
Which of these is NOT a general sign that a gerbil has mange mites?
continuous scratching
dull fur
lethargy
fur falling out
68
Hamster gestation period is 16 days
True
False
69
What is a rabbit doing if it is kindling?
giving birth
eating
mating
hibernating
70
The most accurate method for estrus cycle determination in the mare is
Vaginal examination
Rectal palpation
Diagnostic ultrasound per rectum
Vaginal cytology
71
Which of these is a recommended method of getting a mouse out of a cage?
lifting it up with tongs
scooping it up in a small fish net
scooping it up in a cup
lifting it by the tip of its tail
72
Where did the Flemish Giant breed originate?
Spain
Belgium
Germany
France
73
_____ specialize in the study of reptiles and amphibians.
Embryologists
Herpetologists
Entomologists
Ichthyologists
74
0-14 days after birth is considered
Transitional period
Neonatal period
Socialization period
Juvenile period
75
Which of these is an example of a micromineral?
all answers
iron
calcium
magnesium
76
The human-animal bond can be defined as
responsible ownership regardless of attitude toward animals
any gracious act toward a pet
a special , healthy relationship between people and their pets
a nagging anticipation that a pet needs our undivided attention
77
Which of these is NOT a variety of the Modern Silver?
brown
black
gray
fawn
78
What are a hamster’s most acute senses?
sight and smell
taste and hearing
hearing and smell
taste and sight
79
Where is euthanasia solution usually injected?
an artery in the foreleg
an artery in the scruff of the neck
a vein in the foreleg
a vein in the scruff of the neck
80
Which of these is NOT a recognized breed color of the Abyssinian?
red
ruddy
blue
grey
81
Which of these are believed to be the first animals domesticated?
ferrets
dogs
rabbits
cats
82
Where are the largest muscles on the cat found?
the tail
the front legs
the rear legs
the trunk
83
With rabbits, when does nursing usually take place?
in the late morning
in the morning around sunrise
mid-afternoon
at night
84
Which of these is NOT one of the primary causes of the overpopulation of dogs and cats?
mating for research purposes
parents who want their children to experience “the miracle of birth”
unplanned matings
mating for commercial purposes
85
Young gerbils become s**ually mature between _____ weeks of age.
6-10
3-6
9-12
13-15
86
Which isotope is indicative of life being present?
argon
sodium
carbon
hydrogen
87
The only two species of rat that have been domesticated are the black rat and the _____ rat.
orange
grey
brown
white

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