How can animals be classified?
Domestic
Semi Domestic
Non Domestic
Define animal cruelty...
Defined as either deliberate abuse or failure to take care of an animal
Name this dog breed.
German Shepherd.
When were dogs first domesticated?
15,000 years ago
What is the name of this course?
Small Animal Management.
Domestic animals Are tamed and kept by humans for the following:
Work
Food
Clothing/Shelter
Companionship
What does AVMA stand for?
American Veterinary Medical Association
Name an animal that is considered semi domesticated.
−bison
−wild boar
−red deer
−Asian elephant
When were cats first domesticated?
9,500 years ago
Dogs, cats, birds, and guinea pigs are what type of animals?
Companion animals or domestic animals
_____________ animals are those whose physical, emotional, behavioral and social needs can be met with a relationship with humans
Companion
Name an electrical surgical procedure we discussed in class.
Debarking, Declawing, Tail Docking, Ear Clipping
Food production animals are also referred to as
livestock animals
When were horses domesticated?
6,000 years ago
Give an example of a food production animal.
−cattle (beef or dairy)
−swine
−poultry
−sheep
−goats
_____________ animals are those that Are commonly found in zoos
Semi-Domesticated
In 2013, pet spending was approximately $_______________ billion.
$55.72 billion
Companion animals are also referred to as
pets
What animal was domesticated 11,000 years ago?
Sheep
Give an example of animals used for research.
−mice
−dogs
−cats
−rabbits
Approximately ________ species are endangered.
16,306
Which sector of pet spending do Americans spend the MOST amount of money on?
Supplies, Vet care, Food, Live animal purchases, or grooming.
Food
What are food production animals used for?
−meat
−eggs
−milk/dairy products
what animals were domesticated 8,000 years ago?
Cattle and Pigs.
Name one example of a pet spending trend.
−organic and natural premium pet food
−clothes and costumes
−pet medical insurance
−travel-related pet services
−nutritionists