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CPDT-KA HusbandryWhen are puppies weaned? - ANS4 to 8 weeks. Puppies should not be removed from
mother earlier than 8 weeks. Ideal time with mother is 12 weeks.
When& what is the socialization window - ANS3 to 14 or 16 weeks. Pups brains can make
long-term changes in response to social input.
When start puppy class - ANS8 weeks. 1 to 2 weeks after receiving first Distemper, Parvo,
Adenovirus vaccination
When start vaccination program - ANS6 to 8 weeks
Distemper (vacc. shed., core?) - ANS*core vaccine
* At least 3 doses, given between 6 and 16 weeks of age. Vaccines boosted at 1 year and
then boosted every 3 years
*adult dog- 2 doses, given 3-4 weeks apart, boosted every 3 years
Parvovirus (symptoms) - ANSSymptoms: Lethargic. Vomiting. Diarrhea (often extreme
/bloody).
Adenovirus (symptoms, aka, how long cont., how spread, how kill) - ANSaka Infectious
Canine Hepatitis
first sign is fever >104 degrees that lasts 1-6 days
apathy, anorexia, thirst, conjunctivitis, serous discharge from the eyes and nose, and
occasionally abdominal pain and vomiting.
*Recovered dogs shed virus in their urine for ≥6 mo.
*Ingestion of urine, feces, or saliva of infected dogs is the main route of infection.
*survives outside the host for weeks or months, but a 1%-3% solution of sodium hypochlorite
(household bleach) is an effective disinfectant.
Attenuated vaccines - ANSAltered so as not to cause illness. On subsequent exposure, body
remembers to fight the disease.
When do maternal antibodies disappear from puppies? - ANS*We don't know. That's why
puppies need a series of an initial vaccination and boosters.
*usually by 18 weeks
*" window of susceptibility".
What is the range of normal body temperature in a dog? - ANS99.5 to 102.5 F
Resting Pulse? - ANSVaries greatly by breed: Large-breed dogs over 50 pounds have a
normal rate of 70 to 120 beats per minute.
Medium dogs weighing 25 to 50 pounds have a normal rate of 80 to 120 beats per minute.
,Small dogs between 10 and 25 pounds have a normal rate of 90 to 140 beats per minute.
Toy dogs have a normal rate of 100 to 160 beats per minute.
Bordatella (symptoms, how disinfect, how spread, recovery ) - ANSaka kennel cough
Symptoms: Coughing. Nasal discharge. Can lead to high fever and pneumonia.
bleach 1:30 dilution(.5 cup per one gallon), quats ( benzalkonium chloride .3%), air turnover
rate of at least 12 times an hour
highly contagious. spread through direct contact, through the air, through contaminated
objects. average carrier time 3 mos, can be much longer!
Rabies (vacc. sched., prevention, core?zoo?) - ANScore
12 weeks of age or older. Booster at 1 year. Can switch to 3 year schedule. Zoonotic.
Do not let dog roam off- leash or unsupervised.
Heartworms (how spread, why bad, symptoms, how prevent (when start), when test, how
long recovery) - ANS*Contracted from mosquitos. Adult worms live in pulmonary arteries.
Block and inflame arteries making it difficult for blood to clot or heart to pump blood.
*takes 6 mos after infection to show up on test. Stay out of class 6 mos.
*Symptoms: heart failure, coughing, reduced ability to exercise, fluid in abdomen, bluish
gums.
*Preventative medicine every month (can start at 8-9 weeks) & test every year. Over 7 mos =
need test to start heartworm meds. If lapse in meds, test immediately and 6 mos later.
*control mosquito population/ limit dogs' exposure
Gastrointestinal parasites (why bad) - ANSDamage gastrointestinal tract. Impede absorption
of proper nutrition.
Roundworms (symptoms, how contracted, aka, recovery) - ANS* aka ascarids
Contracted in utero, nursing, infected rodent, or infected eggs in environment (eating feces
or dirt). Symptoms: vomiting, diarrhea, poor coat, enlarged abdomen.
*zoonotic
*eggs passed in feces, often infects carnivores, transported by rodents
*adult roundworms all live in the small intestine of the host and their eggs look very similar.
Adult worms are usually 3-4 inches long. look like spagetti.
*Adults may be seen in the feces or vomit.
*Worms are killed rapidly following treatment with appropriate drugs, and treated dogs will
cease shedding eggs within 2 days following treatment (about 3 weeks).
Hookworms (how contracted, why bad, symptoms, zoonotic?, how kill, ) - ANS*Contracted
from larvae on ground through skin, ingesting soil / host/ old feces, or infected mother. Feed
on blood in lining of small intestine.
*Symptoms: Black, tarry feces, lethargy, anemia, pale gums.
*Zoonotic but don't inhabit human intestines. in people- Migrate under skin and cause itch
red rash that often goes away by itself
*eggs incubate in the soil. Under proper conditions, the eggs hatch in 48 hours and release
larvae that are infective in five to seven days. hookworm larvae do not persist in the
, environment for years. Under optimal conditions, infective hookworm larvae can survive in
the soil for a few months until their metabolic reserves are depleted. In addition, larvae
usually are killed by freezing temperatures.
*1:16 bleach on non-porous surfaces. heat otherwise.
External parasites (types, why bad) - ANSFleas- allergy dermatitis, anemia, tapeworms
Ticks- lyme , Ehrlichiosis
mange- high risk of secondary infection due to scratching
mosquitos- heartworm
Tapeworms (how contract, symptoms, recovery, zoo) - ANSContracted by fleas.
Symptoms: Itchy bottom, scooting, white grains of rice around anus or in feces. may see
adult worm in vomit.
zoonotic
2 days after last dose (3 weeks)
Ticks (why bad) - ANSDisease can cause lameness, fever, and systemic organ disfunction
*Ticks need to be embedded for 24 to 48 hours to spread infections.
* ehrlichiosis, anaplasmosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever and others.
Obesity (why bad, define) - ANS*Higher risk of cardiovascular disease and metabolic
illnesses such as pancreatitis and diabetes. Stress on joints and limbs that contribute to
lameness.
*weight is > 30% above ideal
*Large fat deposits over chest, spine and tail base. Waist and abdominal tuck absent. Fat
deposits on neck and limbs. Abdomen distended.
Ideal body condition - ANSHourglass shape. Can see dog's waist from top and side. Ribs
can be felt but not seen.
Spaying and Neutering (when, controversies) - ANSAnytime after 6 to 8 weeks of age.
Controversy now about benefits of population control vs. medical risks. Owners of unaltered
dogs should consult with their vet.
Prepubertal neutering/spaying - ANSSexually dimorphic behaviors (sex behaviors that differ
between male and female) do not develop. Males: roaming, mounting, urine marking,
fighting with other male dogs. Neutering after puberty can also reduce these behavior. Does
not decrease aggression in females. Females spayed before first heat cycle have decreased
risk of mammary cancer.
spaying (phys benefit) - ANSFemales are protected from reproductive tract diseases
including uterine cancer and pyometra (uterine infection).
neutering (pys and behav) - ANSReduced risk of infection or overgrowth of prostrate. Risk of
testicular cancer eliminated. Reduction of some sexually dimorphic behaviors (roaming,
urine marking...)
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