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SENIOR WRITTEN DOG STUDY GUIDEQ1.What is Zoonosis? – Pg 152Also called zoonotic disease, refers to diseases that can be passed from anima, whether wild or domesticated, to humans and also from humans to animals.Q2.What two regions of the back make up a roach back? PG 26The roach back is a convex curvature of the back, involving the thoracic and lumbar regions of the back.Q3.The mite called Cheyletiella mites and also called walking dandruff. Why do they call it walking dandruff? Pg 150 If you look closely it looks like dandruff, but the dandruff is moving on the skin. Q4.How do you control “dandruff mites”? pg 150Most common insecticides used to kill fleas also kills these mites. The environment the dog has come into contact with must also be treated because humans can become infested.Q5.What are the two functions of a dogs forequarters? Pg 27Forequarters are designed to carry more than half of the dog’s weight, and to help in forward motion and movement. The forequarters are attached to the body by muscle.The following definitions are located in the Glossary – Pg. 173-178Q6.Urinary System – a system that includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra and that is responsible for filtering waste products, maintaining water and electrolyte balance, and simulating production of red blood cells.Q7.Mesocephalic – One of the three basic skull or head shapes in dogs; a wider skull base with a long face, as in a retriever or spaniel.Q8.Bitch – A female DogQ9. Endocrine System – A system made up of glands and other tissues that manufacture hormones such as thyroid, insulin, testosterone, and estrogen in response to specific stimuli and that create s specific action.Q10.Estrous – A bitch’s reproductive cycle, which consists of four stages: anestrus, proetrus, estrus, and diestrus.Q11.Double Curled Tail – A tail that curls over the dog’s back in a whirlpool shape, example Basenji.Q12. Name two of the three skull types – Pg 131,132Dolichocephalic, mesocephalic, brachycephalic skulls.Q13.Define a brachycephalic skull - Pg. 132This skull has a broad skull base and a short muzzle, can be found in the Boxer. In breeds like the Pekingese, Boston Terrier, Pug, and Bulldog, the structure of the skull is taken to its extreme and the muzzle virtually disappears.Q14.Why should a person be very wary of a dog with an Offensive Treat Pg. 46This is a very threatening posture. The dog is communicating confidence and dominance if confronted. Dogs in this posture are preparing to attach and, if pressed, will bite and fight.Q15.What is Brucellosis, how is it diagnosed and is there a vaccine for the prevention? Pg 152 Brucellosis is a bacteria, it is diagnosed by blood culture and or blood testing More than one blood sample is usually required. There is no vaccine for the prevention of brucellosis, and no effective treatment for dogs with brucellosis. Dogs diagnosed with brucellosis should be euthanized since the disease may spread to other dogs and may also be a zoonotic threat.Q16.What does GDV mean and what is it? Pg 153GDV means Gastric Dilation Volvulus or Bloat. It is called gastic torsion or twisted stomach. It is life threatening. GDV is characterized by swelling of the stomach from gas and frothy material. This puts pressure on other organs and diaphragm, making it hard to the dog to breathe. Call a vet immediately.Q17.What is Sportsmanship? Pg 125, 127Sportsmanship includes Conduct, Fairness, Honesty, Competition, Courtesy, and Graceful Acceptance of Results.Q18.Name two of the four types of Rear Legs Pg. 28Cow-hocked, Correct Straight, Normal, Slightly Narrow, Bandy or Wide.Q19.Name three Micro-minerals Pg 161Iron, Zinc, Copper, Manganese, Selenium, IodineQ20.Name three Macro-minerals Pg 161Calcium, Phosphorus, Sodium, Potassium, Magnesium, ChlorideSENIORS SHOULD STUDY ALL OF THE SKELETAL SYSTEM PARTS ON PAGE 131 IN THE OHIO DOG RESOURCE HANDBOOKMARKED IN WHITE ON THE UPPER RIGHT HAND OF HANDBOOK LABELED 4-H20IR\ ................
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