CVA Animal Nutrition and Feeding

Question 1

Which nutrient class provides the primary source of energy for dogs and cats?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrates and fats

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Vitamins

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Minerals

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Water

Question 2

What does the term 'AAFCO' refer to in pet food labeling?

Accepted Answer

Association of American Feed Control Officials

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American Animal Feed Certification Organization

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American Association of Feline and Canine Owners

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Animal and Avian Food Control Office

Question 3

Taurine is an essential amino acid for which species?

Accepted Answer

Cats

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Dogs

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Rabbits

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Horses

Question 4

A body condition score (BCS) of 5 out of 9 in a dog indicates:

Accepted Answer

Ideal body weight

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Underweight

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Obese

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Severely obese

Question 5

Which type of diet is formulated to support all life stages of a cat?

Accepted Answer

Gestation/lactation diet that also meets kitten needs

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Maintenance diet

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Senior diet

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Weight management diet

Question 6

What is the recommended feeding method that best controls caloric intake in pets prone to obesity?

Accepted Answer

Measured meal feeding

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Free-choice feeding

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Timed feeding twice daily

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Grazing on dry kibble

Question 7

Which mineral deficiency in large-breed growing puppies most commonly leads to developmental orthopedic disease?

Accepted Answer

Excess calcium relative to phosphorus

Answer

Zinc deficiency

Answer

Sodium excess

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Iron deficiency