ALAT Chapter 25 Practice Test
What is the scientific name for the dog?
a. Felis catus
b. Canis familiaris
c. Felis catus
d. Macaca mulatta - answerb. Canis familiaris
What is a recommended technique for approaching an unfamiliar dog?
a. Crouch slightly and pat your leg quickly.
b. Slowly come up behind and slip a rope over its head.
c. Crouch to dog's height, speak softly, extend your hand.
d. Corner the dog and put a leash around its neck. - answerc. Crouch to dog's height,
speak softly, extend your hand
What is a common breed of dog used in research?
a. Labrador retriever
b. Beagle
c. Terrier
d. Spaniel - answerb. Beagle
As with cats, the USDA requires dogs to have which types of identification?
a. Collar with tag or tattoo
b. Ear notch or microchip implant
c. Ear tag or color marking on fur
d. Microchip implant or cage card - answera. Collar with tag or tattoo
How often does estrus occur in the dog?
a. In the springtime
b. At 3-4 month intervals
c. Every other month
d. At 7-8 month intervals - answerd. At 7-8 month intervals
What is the weaning age of the dog?
a. 3-4 weeks
b. 6-8 weeks
c. 9-12 weeks
What is the scientific name for the dog?
a. Felis catus
b. Canis familiaris
c. Felis catus
d. Macaca mulatta - answerb. Canis familiaris
What is a recommended technique for approaching an unfamiliar dog?
a. Crouch slightly and pat your leg quickly.
b. Slowly come up behind and slip a rope over its head.
c. Crouch to dog's height, speak softly, extend your hand.
d. Corner the dog and put a leash around its neck. - answerc. Crouch to dog's height,
speak softly, extend your hand
What is a common breed of dog used in research?
a. Labrador retriever
b. Beagle
c. Terrier
d. Spaniel - answerb. Beagle
As with cats, the USDA requires dogs to have which types of identification?
a. Collar with tag or tattoo
b. Ear notch or microchip implant
c. Ear tag or color marking on fur
d. Microchip implant or cage card - answera. Collar with tag or tattoo
How often does estrus occur in the dog?
a. In the springtime
b. At 3-4 month intervals
c. Every other month
d. At 7-8 month intervals - answerd. At 7-8 month intervals
What is the weaning age of the dog?
a. 3-4 weeks
b. 6-8 weeks
c. 9-12 weeks
