ARC Field Rescue and Capture 2

Question 1

When approaching a frightened stray dog in an open field, which body posture should a rescuer adopt?

Accepted Answer

Crouch sideways, avoid direct eye contact, and move slowly

Answer

Stand tall and make direct eye contact to assert authority

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Run toward the animal while calling its name loudly

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Wave arms overhead to signal the animal toward you

Question 2

A cat is trapped inside a drainage pipe. Which tool is most appropriate for a live extraction?

Accepted Answer

Drop trap placed at the pipe exit

Answer

Catchpole/control pole

Answer

Rabies pole with cable loop

Answer

Net gun fired into the pipe opening

Question 3

During a multi-animal hoarding rescue, what is the recommended order of operations?

Accepted Answer

Triage and remove critically ill animals first, then systematically clear the site

Answer

Capture all animals simultaneously using a team sweep

Answer

Clear the site of humans before capturing any animals

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Document and photograph all animals before any removal begins

Question 4

Which knot is recommended for securing an animal in a transport crate to prevent escape during field operations?

Accepted Answer

Animals should never be tied inside transport crates

Answer

Slip knot

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Square knot

Answer

Clove hitch

Question 5

A rescue team encounters an injured wild deer on a roadside. What is the first action?

Accepted Answer

Contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator or animal control authority

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Immediately attempt manual restraint to assess injuries

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Administer pain medication from the team's first-aid kit

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Place the deer in a transport crate and drive it to the nearest vet

Question 6

What is the purpose of a 'drop trap' versus a standard box trap in field rescue?

Accepted Answer

Drop traps allow rescuers to remotely trigger capture once the animal is positioned underneath

Answer

Drop traps are used only for large animals; box traps for small animals

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Box traps require bait; drop traps are triggered by animal weight

Answer

Drop traps are faster to set up and require no monitoring

Question 7

When using a catch pole on a dog, where should the loop be positioned on the animal's body?

Accepted Answer

Around the neck and under one front leg to prevent choking

Answer

Around the muzzle only

Answer

Around the neck alone, pulled tight for maximum control

Answer

Around the torso behind the front legs