MSPC-Yay!
When was MSPCA founded?
1868
Why do dogs pant?
To regulate body temperature (cool down)
True or False: Rabbits teeth never stop growing
True!
What is the hair on a horse's neck called?
It is their mane
True or False - Goats, Sheep, Cows, and Horse hooves grow continuously and need to be cut just like our fingernails?
True! A farrier comes and clips cows and horse hooves and people can use clippers and cut sheep and goat nails
Who founded the MSPCA?
George Thorndike Angell
What did dogs evolve from?
Wolves
True or False: Rabbits have good vision
True! Rabbits can see almost 360 degrees!
A foal.
True or False - Goats only have teeth on the bottom of their mouth
True! Goats only have a row of teeth on the bottom of their jaw, their top jaw is a harder gum line known as the dental pad.
How many shelters are part of MSPCA?
4
What is the purpose of the cat whiskers?
To navigate their environment
How long do Guinea Pigs live on average?
4-8 Years
Name a horse breed
Fact check with Alyssa and Savannah
What are the differences between hens and roosters?
Male and Female, Spurs, Eggs, etc.
Name 5 farm animals we have had at Nevins Farm.
Pig, Cow, Goat, Horse, Chicken, Duck, Goose, Alpaca, Sheep, Emu, Donkey, Turkey, Llama
What are the 2 colors that dogs can see?
Blue & Yellow
How many hours a day are Guinea Pigs active?
20
Name one grooming tool for horses
Curry Comb, Hard and Soft Brushes, Hoof Pick, Hair Brush, etc.
What shape are sheep pupils?
Rectangle
Name 3 services provided by MSPCA.
Spay/Neuter, Euthanasia, Human Ed., Dog Training, Surgery, Animal Rescue, Law Enforcement & Legal, Burial, Community Outreach, Adoption, Foster, Surrender.
How much of the day do cats spend sleeping?
2/3 of the day! (16 Hours!)
What is the classification of a rabbit?
Lagamorph
What is the sensitive spot on a horses hoof called?
A Phrog
Name a cow breed
Fact check with Alyssa