AAH1501
Animal Care and Handling
Department of Agriculture and Animal Health
Assignment 01 for Semester 01 (compulsory)
Unique Number 730032
Due: 13 March 2020
Instructions:
You are advised to attempt all the questions
For the next set of questions, answer by marking 1 for a), 2 for b), 3 for c) and 4 for d) on the
MCQ card
1. The size of a dog will affect:
a) The type of nutrition it requires
b) The average lifespan
c) Both (a) and (b)
d) Neither (a) nor (b)
Answer:
Refer to page 17 of the study guide:
Large dogs have an average life expectancy that is much shorter than that of small dogs.
Refer to page 139 of the study guide:
Animals of the same breed can have different bone structure and size, which will affect their energy
needs.
In addition read the following:
Along with breed, size might affect what kind of food you choose for your dog. Large breeds and
small breeds have different nutritional needs. Small breeds, for example, may actually require more
calories per pound than larger dogs, due to their higher metabolic rates. Large dogs, on the other
hand, often require special diets to avoid certain health risks.
2. The gestation period of the dog is approximately:
a) 30-35 days
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