Dog Walker Certificate Health and Safety Protocols

Question 1

What is the most reliable way to confirm a dog is up-to-date on vaccinations before accepting a new client?

Accepted Answer

Request written veterinary records showing current vaccination dates

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Ask the owner verbally

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Assume all dogs are vaccinated

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Check the dog's tag for a rabies number

Question 2

Which of the following vaccinations is required by law for dogs in most US states?

Accepted Answer

Rabies

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Bordetella

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Leptospirosis

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Lyme disease

Question 3

What should a dog walker do if they notice a dog has been limping throughout a walk?

Accepted Answer

Shorten the walk, avoid rough terrain, document the observation, and notify the owner immediately

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Continue the walk at the same pace

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Massage the dog's leg and continue normally

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Assume the dog is being dramatic and ignore it

Question 4

A dog you are walking vomits once during the walk but then appears normal. What should you do?

Accepted Answer

Note the time, what was vomited, and notify the owner after the walk

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Ignore it since the dog seems fine

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End the walk immediately and take the dog to an emergency vet

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Give the dog water and push on with the walk without noting anything

Question 5

What does kennel cough (Bordetella) sound like and why is it a concern on group walks?

Accepted Answer

A honking or hacking cough; it is highly contagious to other dogs

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A low rumbling growl; it causes aggression

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Wheezing during exercise; it signals heart disease

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Silent labored breathing; not contagious

Question 6

Before starting a walk, which health check should a dog walker perform on the dog?

Accepted Answer

Do a quick visual check for limping, skin issues, discharge, or unusual lethargy

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Check the dog's microchip number

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Weigh the dog

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Brush the dog's teeth