Safety
Give 3 examples of a parasitic hazard
Tick, flea, mosquito bite
What is the common name for Cavia Porcellus
Guinea Pig
List 2 ways to tell if a chinchilla has a fever
Warm to the touch and pink ear color
Why is protein important in pregnant or lactating females
It prevents cannibalism
Cats are a descendent of
Miacis
Give 3 examples of a physical hazard
Kick, bite, scratch
What is the common name for mesocricetus auratus
Hamster
True or False
The chinchilla sheds it pelt every 4 months
False
Describe the difference between abyssinian, peruvian, and English ( American) guinea pigs
Abyssinian---rosettes, curly, spiky hair
Peruvian--long, silky hair
English (american)--smooth short, glossy hair
How many cat species are there today
36-38
What is zoonoses
Disease passed from an animal to a person
What is the weaning age for a gerbil
21 days
What is the weight amount (lb amount) for a large rabbit
14-16 lbs
What is the feeding amount for a mouse
5 grams
How many short haired breeds of cats are there
26
What does MSDS stand for
Material Safety data Sheet
What animal can contract the disease "wet tail?"
Hamster
Watery eyes, without an infection, is a sign of
Pnemonia
Describe what happens if a guinea pig is not bred by a certain age ( 6 months)
Her pelvis can fuse together
Cats were domesticated how many years ago
4000
List the 5 steps for washing your hands
Run warm water, pump soap, rub for 10-20 seconds, rinse, dry
What does CRD stand for
Chronic Respiratory Disease
List 2 animals where a female is called a doe and a male is called a buck
Rabbits, chinchillas, deer
What vitamin do Guinea Pigs not metabolize
Vitamin c
List 3 signs of a cat in heat
restlessness
meowing/howling
appetite decreases
overly friendly
rubbing