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Small Animal Health, Nutrition and Management
Directions:
Answer the following questions.
1. Companion animals are kept for the sole use of enjoyment and companionship.
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2. Nutrients are essential compounds in food which carry out life. These include water,
vitamins, minerals, proteins, carbohydrates and fats.
3. Starch is found in lower amounts in cat food than dog food because cats do not digest
starches as quickly and require a lower amount.
4. Birds dehydrate quickly; therefore it is crucial to keep plenty of fresh water available.
5. Nutritionally, reptiles fall into one of three categories: carnivore, herbivore, or omnivore.
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6. It is recommended to feed carnivorous reptiles live prey whenever possible.
7. The pharynx leads food from the mouth to the esophagus, which acts as a pathway
from the mouth to the stomach, where strong acids further break down the food.
8. The crop is also the site where food is processed for regurgitation to babies.
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9. Reptiles possess a mouth, salivary glands, esophagus, stomach, intestine, and as in
birds, a cloaca. The main difference is the ability of organ specialization.
10.Cats are also highly susceptible to feline immunodeficiency virus and feline
leukemia.
11. Animals can be infected by both internal and external parasites.
12. Internal parasites can cause serious damage to your pet’s intestine, heart, lungs or
circulatory system if left untreated.
13.Common external parasites include fleas, ticks, mites and ringworm. These parasites
can cause skin irritation, secondary bacterial infections and transmit diseases to your
pet.
14. A pregnant animal, or one which has laid eggs, will become more protective and
aggressive towards other animals, including humans.
15. Understanding the causes of your pet’s behavior will allow you to understand the ways
in which your pet interacts with others and it will help you plan for unwanted issues
such as fighting or breeding.
16. The length of an animal’s coat should be determined by the season as well as the area
in which you reside.
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