NUTRITION & ESSENTIAL NUTRIENTS
This essential nutrient is required in very small amounts.
Vitamins
What is the correct term for the part of the reproductive cycle where a female can become pregnant, also known as the "heat cycle"?
Estrus
Name this group: "Very diverse group with no set standard to be included. Fall into this category because their job descriptions defy categorization in other groups".
Non-Sporting Group
Describe what type of disease is "not transmittable from animal to animal. Caused by natural aging, diet, genetics, or health care" is.
Non-Infectious
What is considered to be the smallest breed of dog in the world?
Chihuahua
What essential nutrient increases the palpability of dog food?
Fats
What is the term for a male dog of breeding age?
Stud
Name this group: "All small enough to fit in your lap. Made to be attractive & affectionate. Popular with city dwellers as their small size is good for apartments and smaller yards."
Toy Group
What type of parasite lives on the outside of the host on the skin or coat?
External
Which sporting dog is known as the most versatile working dog and is bred to jump out and up at the same time?
German Shorthaired Pointer
This essential nutrient is required in larger amounts than all other essential nutrients.
Water
Name this group: "Includes some of the most ancient breeds which were developed to assist humans in some capacity such as pulling sleds, guarding flocks, and protecting their families".
Working Group
Name this group: "Developed for herding livestock. Work closely with their human shepherds and their natural intelligence and responsiveness makes them highly trainable".
Herding Group
What type of parasite lives inside the host in the intestines, heart, or circulatory system?
Internal
What herding dog is known as the oldest breed of herder?
Pembroke Welsh Corgi
This essential nutrient is divided into major and trace elements.
Minerals
What week of life do puppy eyes and ears begin to open?
Week 3
Name this group: "Were first bred to go under ground in pursuit of rodents and vermin"
Terrier Group
What type of disease is contracted by a mosquito that your dog needs monthly protection for?
Heartworms
Where did the Australian Shepherd originate?
United States
How many essential nutrients are needed by canines?
6
What is a dog's normal temperature in Fahrenheit?
101.5-103
Name this group: "All breeds placed into this group will pursue game (animal or human), corner it, in some cases they will alert the human to its presence (barking, yodeling, etc.)"
Hound Group
Which dog in the hound group is known for not being able to bark and can only yodel, howl, or scream?
Basenji
What are the two types of hounds classified as in the hound group?
Sight & Scent