Shelter Management & Rehabilitation Flashcards
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Which isolation protocol is most critical when a new dog arrives at a shelter showing signs of kennel cough?
Answer: House it in a separate isolation ward for at least 14 days
New animals showing illness signs must be housed in an isolation ward for a minimum of 14 days to prevent disease spread throughout the shelter.
What is the primary goal of a shelter's 'behavior modification program' for fear-aggressive dogs?
Answer: Systematically desensitize the dog to fear triggers to improve adoptability
Behavior modification programs use systematic desensitization and counter-conditioning to help fear-aggressive dogs become safer and more adoptable.
A shelter cat has been in the facility for 8 weeks and is showing signs of learned helplessness. Which environmental enrichment strategy is MOST appropriate?
Answer: Provide puzzle feeders, hiding spots, and daily playtime with staff
Puzzle feeders, hiding spots, and regular positive human interaction combat learned helplessness by giving long-stay cats agency and mental stimulation.
Under the 'Rule of Sevens' socialization guideline, by what age should puppies ideally be exposed to seven different types of surfaces?
Answer: By 7 weeks of age
The Rule of Sevens states that by 7 weeks of age, puppies should have walked on 7 different surfaces to support healthy neurological and social development.
Which document is MOST important to complete before transferring a shelter animal to a rescue partner organization?
Answer: A transfer agreement and complete medical history record
A signed transfer agreement and complete medical history ensure legal accountability and continuity of veterinary care for the transferred animal.
What is the correct method for calculating a shelter's 'live release rate' (LRR)?
Answer: Live outcomes divided by total outcomes (excluding owner-requested euthanasia)
LRR is calculated by dividing live outcomes by all outcomes excluding owner-requested euthanasia, making it the standard benchmark for shelter performance.
A rehabilitation volunteer notices a rescued rabbit repeatedly circling in its enclosure. This behavior MOST likely indicates:
Answer: Neurological damage, pain, or severe stress requiring veterinary assessment
Repetitive circling in rabbits is a red flag for neurological issues, inner ear infection, or severe psychological distress and warrants immediate veterinary evaluation.