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Sore hocks are when a rabbit has blisters on its dewlap.
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Most paleontologists agree that birds and dinosaurs are closely related
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Sore hocks are when a rabbit has blisters on its dewlap.
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Most paleontologists agree that birds and dinosaurs are closely related
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There are more cats than dogs owned in the United States
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Fur mites cause no itching rabbits.
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Rabbit is more popular to eat in Europe than the Unites States.
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Mammals are more or less covered with hair.
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If tapeworm eggs are accidentally ingested by humans, clinical signs may not appear for several years.
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Ticks are most often found in grassy or wooded areas.
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Cat breeds are fairly uniform in their need for attention
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Gerbils are very adept at finding ways to escape.
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Most breeders will guarantee satisfaction and are willing to work with the customer.
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The Old English Sheepdog is not recommended for young children.
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Mange mites are itchy and can burrow in the skin of an animal.
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It is recommended to mate rabbits again, 18 hours after the first mating, to increase the litter size.
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Dwarf hamsters are not recommended for children.
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The Great Pyrenees were originally bred to guard sheep.
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If a hamster has fleas, a flea powder recommended for cats should be used.
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Rabbit meat is low in protein, high in cholesterol, and high in fat.
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The American Kennel Club (AKC) groups breeds according to their size.
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A female kitten usually comes in heat about every 8-10 weeks.
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Feline leukemia virus will not survive outside the cat for more than a few hours in most environments.
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The American cottontail was used in the development of our domestic rabbit
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Rabbits have tear ducts.
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Rabbits cannot be litter box trained.
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Mongolian gerbils are active both day and night.
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There has been a steady increase over the years in the number of rabbits used for research.
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It is generally recommended that a single hamster should have a cage 16 inches by 24 inches by 16 inches tall.
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If a hamster is making a chattering noise with its teeth, it wants to be picked up.
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Female hamsters are very aggressive and usually dominate the males.
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Baby gerbils are very fragile at birth.
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Gerbils are often very noisy animals.
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When selecting bedding for a hamster, cedar is recommended.
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Gerbils should be picked up by the tail.
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The natural color of the Mongolian gerbil is a light tan.
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Most of the housing and equipment available for hamsters is also suitable for gerbils.
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Rabies cases appear to be most common during which time of year?
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Cat’s association with humans dates back to about___________years ago.
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Which of the following is not a vertebrate class?
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Gerbils usually have:
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Why are rabbits used in research?
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Entropion causes:
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Where is euthanasia solution usually injected?
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When exercising your dog, you should:
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Which of these is NOT one of the primary causes of the overpopulation of dogs and cats?
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Insulin is a result of research conducted with:
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_____ specialize in the study of reptiles and amphibians.
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Which can eliminate a wet dewlap?
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in the theory of how dogs were domesticated, it is believed that dogs may have evolved from a canine ancestor simoilar to the _______dogs that populate many underdeveloped countries today.
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Canine parvovirus infection affects:
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An experienced handler can palpate a doe how long after mating to determine whether the female is pregnant?
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Which of these describes a hamster’s defensive position?
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At what time of day does a hamster go into heat?
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What is a rabbit doing if its kindling?
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How long does pregnancy in dogs usually last?
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Which is NOT a common symptom of lymphocytic choriomeningitis in hamsters?
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Gerbils are:
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On the wild, a hamster carries its food back to its burrow in a pouch in it’s:
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What are a hamster’s most acute senses?
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Newborn gerbils are born:
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Hamsters are born:
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What is the name of housing for a rabbit?
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Sperm remain viable in the female rabbits reproductive tract for ______hours.
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Which of these is NOT a general sign that a gerbil has mange mites?
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How long should you leave flea powder on a gerbil that has mange mites before brushing it out of the fur?
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Young rabbits eyes should open at _________days of age.
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A sudden change in an inherited trait is called a____________________.
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____________________ are diseases that can be transmitted from animals to humans.
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Putting a female gerbil in the male gerbil’s cage usually results in ___________fighting.
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Elderly people who own pets make ____________________ visits to doctors than do those who are without animal companions.
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____________________ is inflammation of the brain covering.
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______________is an inflammation of the mammary tissue.
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Newborn gerbils’ eyes open at about ____________________ days of age.
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_________is a condition in which the upper and lower teeth grow to extend that the animal cannot eat.
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Rabbit blood is one of the best mediums for growing the ____________________ virus.
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The gerbil’s natural color pattern is referred to as an _______color.
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When writing a species name, the genus name is capitalized.
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When working with rabbits, it is best to place them on a piece of carpet or a towel, rather than on a smooth surface.
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Euthanasia rates have dropped significantly since the 1980s.
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The terms “animal welfare” and “animal rights” mean the same thing.
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The Great Pyrenees were originally bred to guard sheep.
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Hip dysplasia occurs more commonly in large-breed dogs.
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Fur chewing in rabbits may be the result of simple boredom.
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Dwarf hamsters are not recommended for children.
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Arthropods and worms are examples of:
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The bony fish appeared in the Ordovician period and became abundant during the _____ period.
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Which of these are believed to be the first animals domesticated?
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Who is credited with developing our modern method of animal classification?
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Which kingdom includes molds and yeasts?
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The class Aves includes:
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Which of these is NOT one of the symptoms of roundworms in humans?
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In addition to miscarriage and premature births, Toxoplasmosis can cause ______ in the unborn child.
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The ringworm fungus is no longer present when:
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About how long does salmonellosis usually last?
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Rabies is especially prevalent in certain localities near the Mexican border and which other section of the United States?
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What is the first thing you should do if your pet has been bitten by another animal that might have rabies?
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Ticks should be removed using:
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Which of these is a common reason why pets are abandoned?
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A _____ can usually be left alone for several days and will fit well into small apartments.
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The annual estimated costs for caring for which of these animals is highest?
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Entropion causes:
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Where is euthanasia solution usually injected?
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Caring for a pet helps children learn:
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Pets help people live longer, happier lives by helping to:
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Which of these is NOT one of the primary causes of the overpopulation of dogs and cats?
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Spaying is generally recommended:
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Insulin is a result of research conducted with:
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Approximately _____ of the animals still used in testing are rats and mice.
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Which of these organizations offer good opportunities for hearing about, visiting, and participating in farm activities?
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Anybody who works directly with animals is considered a(n):
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What do botanists study?
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_____ are biologists who specialize in studying all the life stages of plants or animals.
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If you are interested in becoming a naturalist, you should take which of these courses?
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_____ specialize in the study of reptiles and amphibians
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The Bedlington Terrier originated in England, where it served as a:
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Today, the Welsh Terrier is considered a watchdog and:
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The Pug has:
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A dog’s ears need to be cleaned how often?
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Canine distemper is caused by a(n):
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Canine parvovirus infection affects:
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What are the two main families of parasitic ticks?
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How long does pregnancy in dogs usually last?
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The first normal or feline cat, Proailurus, appeared about _____ years ago.
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Which of these is NOT a recognized breed color of the Abyssinian?
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Which of these is a physical characteristic of the Burmese?
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Tonkinese bred together usually produce a litter that is one-half:
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Where are the largest muscles on the cat found?
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How many eyelids does a cat have?
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A male kitten reaches sexual maturity at about what age?
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Feline leukemia:
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Which of these is NOT a sign of feline leukemia?
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In the wild, the European white rabbit
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Which of these is classified as a dwarf breed?
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The Silver Fox is classified as a _____ rabbit.
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Which of these is NOT a variety of the Modern Silver?
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The Giant Angora was originally bred to produce an animal that would:
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Where did the Flemish Giant breed originate?
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What is a rabbit doing if it is kindling?
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Rabbits become sexually mature at approximately what age?
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An experienced handler can palpate a doe how long after mating to determine whether the female is pregnant?
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With rabbits, when does nursing usually take place?
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Today, the order Rodentia contains how many families?
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An adult Golden hamster:
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In the wild, a hamster carries food back to its burrow in a pouch in its:
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How long is the typical life span of hamsters?
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The typical commercial hamster cage has stainless steel side and top bars and plastic floors, and:
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Which of these describes a hamster’s defensive position?
