Mock Vet Clinic

BODY SYSTEMS / ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY

100

Max, 4-year-old Golden Retriever
Max has been coughing and wheezing for three days. He tires quickly on walks and occasionally struggles to breathe.

• Question: Which body system is primarily affected?
• Extra credit: Could there be another reason Max is having trouble breathing besides the primary system?

Respiratory system

200

Cleo, 7-year-old cat
Cleo drinks large amounts of water and urinates frequently. She is also lethargic and occasionally vomits.

• Question: Which body system is most likely affected?
• Extra credit: Could another system, like the endocrine system, be involved?

 Urinary system / renal system

300

Thumper, 3-year-old rabbit
Thumper hasn’t eaten in 24 hours. His abdomen is bloated, and he’s hunched while grinding his teeth.

• Question: Which body system is affected?
• Extra credit: Could this digestive problem be caused by stress or dental issues?

Digestive system

400

Rocky, 5-year-old dog
Rocky had a seizure at home and is now disoriented and trembling.

• Question: Which body system is responsible for these symptoms?
• Extra credit: Could toxins or metabolic issues also cause these signs?

Nervous system

500

Patches, 3-year-old guinea pig
Patches has weak hind legs and difficulty walking. She has had a diet low in fresh vegetables.

• Question: Which body system is primarily affected?
• Extra credit: Could nutritional deficiencies or neuromuscular problems also explain the weakness? 

Skeletal / musculoskeletal system

DIAGNOSIS

100

Bruno, 5-month-old unvaccinated puppy
Bruno has been coughing and sneezing after visiting a dog park.

• Question: What is the most likely cause of Bruno’s symptoms?
• Extra credit: Could a viral infection or mild cold also cause these symptoms?

Kennel cough / upper respiratory infection

200

Stray dog, found vomiting and lethargic
The dog may have eaten something harmful.

• Question: What is a likely cause for the dog’s condition?
• Extra credit: Could gastroenteritis or pancreatitis also be possible?

Dietary indiscretion / toxin ingestion

300

Luna, 3-year-old cat
Luna scratches constantly, has patchy hair loss, and tiny black specks in her fur.

• Question: What is the most likely problem?
• Extra credit: Could mites or a fungal infection also cause similar signs?

Flea infestation

400

Duke, 6-year-old dog
Duke is retching repeatedly without vomiting and has a distended abdomen.

• Question: What emergency condition should you suspect?
• Extra credit: Could an intestinal blockage also be possible?

Bloat / Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) – emergency

500

Thumper, rabbit
Not eating, grinding teeth, hunched posture.

• Question: What serious condition should be considered?
• Extra credit: Could dental problems or environmental stress also contribute?

Gastrointestinal stasis

PHARMACOLOGY

100

Max, Golden Retriever sprain
Max has a mild sprain after running. The vet prescribes a medication to reduce swelling and discomfort.

• Question: What type of drug is prescribed?
• Extra credit: Could cold therapy or mild analgesics also help?

Anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

200

Cleo, cat with UTI
Cleo is diagnosed with a bacterial urinary tract infection.

• Question: What class of medication should be prescribed?
• Extra credit: Could supportive therapy like hydration or a urinary diet help as well?

Antibiotic

300

Rocky, post-surgery
Rocky had surgery. The veterinarian prescribes two types of medications for pain management.

• Question: Name two types of drugs that might be used.
• Extra credit: Could local anesthesia or non-drug pain management methods be used?

NSAID + opioid (or other pain meds)

400

Spot, dog with arthritis
The dog needs long-term joint pain management.

• Question: What type of medication might the veterinarian prescribe?
• Extra credit: Could supplements, weight management, or physical therapy also help?

NSAID or other anti-inflammatory / pain management drug

500

Pharmacology abbreviation
The vet writes “NSAID” on the chart for a patient.

• Question: What does NSAID stand for?
• Extra credit: In what situations might NSAIDs not be safe?

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

DOSAGE MATH

100

Bruno, 10 kg puppy
Bruno has a mild skin infection. The veterinarian prescribes an oral antibiotic at 2 mg/kg.

• Question: How many milligrams should Bruno receive?
• Extra credit: How might the dose change if Bruno had liver or kidney issues?

20 mg

200

Rex, 20 kg dog
Rex is vomiting. The vet prescribes 5 mg/kg of a medication to control nausea. The solution is 10 mg/mL.

• Question: How many milliliters should Rex receive?
• Extra credit: Could dehydration or other health issues affect the dose?

10 mL

300

Luna, 4 kg cat
Luna has a urinary tract infection. The vet prescribes 1 mg/kg of medication, 2 mg/mL.

• Question: How many milliliters should be administered?
• Extra credit: Could dehydration or low weight affect dosing?

2mL

400

Duke, 15 kg dog
Duke has joint pain. Dose = 3 mg/kg, concentration = 15 mg/mL.

• Question: How many milliliters should Duke receive?
• Extra credit: Could kidney or liver disease require dose adjustment?

3mL

500

Bailey, 25 kg dog
Bailey has an ear infection. Dose = 4 mg/kg, concentration = 20 mg/mL.

• Question: How many milliliters should be given?
• Extra credit: How might age or health conditions alter the dose?

5mL

SURGERY & ANESTHESIA

100

Buddy, 5-year-old dog
Buddy is scheduled for a dental procedure. The team must prepare for surgery.

• Question: What is the first step to ensure proper surgical asepsis?
• Extra credit: Could instrument checks or patient prep also be considered part of prep?

 Wash hands / follow aseptic protocol

200

Max, 25 kg Golden Retriever
Max needs anesthesia for surgery. Dose = 0.2 mg/kg.

• Question: How much anesthetic should be administered?
• Extra credit: Could age or pre-existing conditions affect the dose?

5 mg

300

Cleo, cat spay
Cleo is prepped on the table; vitals are checked, instruments sterilized.

• Question: What is the first step after the patient is ready?
• Extra credit: Could double-checking drug labels or patient ID also be part of preparation?

Double-check anesthesia, vitals, and sterile field before incision

400

Rocky, post-surgery recovery
Rocky is recovering from anesthesia.

• Question: Name one major risk to monitor during recovery.
• Extra credit: Could hypothermia or low blood pressure also be concerns?

Respiratory depression or heart issues

500

Duke, pre-anesthesia check
Duke’s vitals are checked, anesthetic dose calculated.

• Question: Why is it important to calculate anesthetic dose carefully?
• Extra credit: Could hydration status or lab work also affect dosing decisions? 

Weight ensures correct anesthetic dosing