Applied Knowledge & Practice Flashcards
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Why do many boarding facilities recommend owners bring their pet's regular food?
Answer: A sudden diet change can cause GI upset during a stressful stay
Keeping the usual diet lowers the risk of vomiting and diarrhea on top of boarding stress.
A boarded dog has soft stool but is otherwise bright and eating. When should a vet be contacted?
Answer: If the diarrhea becomes bloody or persistent, or the dog vomits or turns lethargic
Mild stress diarrhea is common, but blood, persistence, vomiting, or lethargy can mean a serious illness like parvo.
What is the standard of care for drinking water in boarding enclosures?
Answer: Clean, fresh water available at all times and checked throughout the day
Continuous access to fresh, clean water prevents dehydration and is a basic welfare requirement.
Which dogs need extra caution during exercise in hot weather?
Answer: Brachycephalic breeds such as Bulldogs and Pugs
Flat-faced breeds have restricted airways that make it harder to cool by panting, so they overheat easily.
Under the commonly referenced USDA Animal Welfare standards, how long may indoor dog housing stay above 85°F?
Answer: No more than 4 consecutive hours
USDA standards say indoor dog housing should not exceed 85°F for more than four consecutive hours.
A staff member is bitten and the skin is broken. Which step is required?
Answer: Give first aid, document the incident, and report or quarantine as local rabies law requires
Bites that break the skin usually trigger local health-department reporting and an observation or quarantine period for rabies.
Which facility design feature best prevents escapes?
Answer: Double-door entry (airlock) so one door closes before the next opens
An airlock entry means there is always a closed door between a loose pet and the outside.
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