Idaho Humane Society
Name 2 ways to support IHS
- Donate
- Volunteer
- Foster
Is declawing your cat a good idea?
NO
How old does a puppy need to be to be altered?
2 months
Why shouldn't you put your hand in front of an animals face?
They can smell you from far away!
Are exotic vets more expensive?
YES
How many animals were saved in the year 2024?
10,511
What do cats use their tail for?
Balance
Why do dogs curl up into a ball when sleeping?
To protect their internal organs
Name 2 stress behaviors exhibited by dogs
- Tail tucking
- Stress panting
- Whale eye
- ears back
- lip licking
- yawning
- cowering
Why do rabbits kick their feet when you pick them up?
They're prey animals and they're trying to get away
What grade do you have to be in to volunteer?
3rd grade
What is it called when a cat has extra toes?
polydactyly
Where is the Australian Shepard actually from?
The United States
What do you do if you're approached by a strange dog?
Stand still, like a tree and tell them to go home
Why are the ferrets kept in the cattery and not the small animal room?
They're predators and we want all the animals to feel safe
Name 2 animal species we don't spay/neuter
- Guinea Pigs
- Hamsters
- Gerbils
- Rats
How many hours a day do cats sleep? (average)
12-16 hours
Can puppies hear when they're born?
Nope
Name 2 behaviors cats exhibit when angry?
- hissing
- spitting
- growling/yowling
Do bearded dragons shed their skin all at once?
Nope! They dry shed
What is our save rate for dogs? (as a percentage)
95%
How many cats did IHS take in last year?
Where do dogs have sweat glands?
Toe Pads
How does a rabbit show you they're angry?
Thumping
How many hairs does a chinchilla have per follicle?
Up to 150