Canine Health and Husbandry Flashcards
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A puppy is scheduled for its core vaccine series. At roughly what age does this series typically begin?
Answer: Around 6 to 8 weeks
Puppy core vaccines usually start at 6 to 8 weeks and continue in a series.
What is the main risk of feeding a dog cooked bones, such as chicken bones?
Answer: They can splinter and cause choking or internal injury
Cooked bones splinter easily and can puncture or obstruct the digestive tract.
Which of these is a common early sign of ear infection in dogs?
Answer: Head shaking, scratching at the ear, and a foul odor
Head shaking, scratching, odor, and discharge are classic signs of canine ear infection.
Why is maintaining a healthy body weight important for a dog's long-term health?
Answer: Obesity increases risk of joint disease, diabetes, and shortened lifespan
Excess weight strains joints and organs, raising disease risk and shortening life.
What is the purpose of spaying or neutering a dog, beyond preventing reproduction?
Answer: It can reduce certain cancers and unwanted behaviors
Spaying and neutering can lower the risk of some reproductive cancers and curb certain behaviors.
A dog with fleas is scratching constantly. Besides itching, what serious problem can fleas cause?
Answer: Tapeworm infection and anemia, especially in puppies
Fleas can transmit tapeworms and cause anemia through blood loss, particularly in young dogs.
What should you do if a dog has a deep, bleeding wound before reaching the vet?
Answer: Apply firm, direct pressure with a clean cloth to slow the bleeding
Direct pressure with a clean cloth helps control bleeding while you transport the dog.