RVT Journal Quiz Volume 46 Issue 4 Article 2 — Ontario Association of Veterinary Technicians

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1. What does digestibility mean when it comes to pet food?

a) the diet requires fewer enzymes to be digested

b) ingredients in the diet are easy on the gastrointestinal tract

c) the diet requires less time to be digested

d) ingredients are easily broken down and provide essential nutrients

2. During gestation, when should a bitch be transitioned to a growth diet?

a) during her heat cycle

b) in the third trimester

c) in the first trimester

d) in the second trimester

3. What is the greatest risk associated with allowing obesity to develop DURING gestation?

a) lower ovulation rates and smaller litter sizes

b) labour complications due to weak uterine contractions

c) issues with conception

d) shorter heat cycles

4. How much does a queen’s energy requirements change per week during gestation?

a) 5%

b) 12%

c) 10%

d) 15%

5. Which nutrient is necessary for the normal development of the brain and nervous system in puppies and kittens?

a) Omega-3 DHA

b) Vitamins C and E

c) Folate

d) Taurine

6. Nutrition is considered one of the five vital assessments.

a) true

b) false

7. Which nutrient has the highest demand during lactation?

a) fat

b) energy

c) calcium

d) protein

8. Which two factors have the greatest impact on developmental orthopedic issues in puppies?

a) excess energy and low dietary protein

b) excess energy and dietary calcium intake

c) excess energy and high dietary carbohydrates

d) excess energy and dietary phosphorous intake

9. How long does a kitten’s rapid growth phase last?

a) two months

b) three months

c) four months

d) six months

10. Adult maintenance diets are appropriate to be fed as a means to control energy intake.

a) true

b) false

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