Caring For Exotic Pets In The Shelter - Race Ce Post-test
This post-test has been developed for veterinarians and certified/registered/licensed veterinary technicians only for Caring for Exotic Pets in the Shelter on-demand webcast. In order to comply with the AAVSB RACE approval for continuing education credit for a non-interactive, independent online study, a post-test must be given. A certificate will be awarded for 1 hour of continuing education credit to those that have attended the entire webcast program and that have scored 70% or higher on this post-test. After receiving a passing score, you can download and print the certificate showing you have completed the CE for this class.
- 1.
What special structure may confuse someone trying to figure out the gender of a sugar glider?
- A.
Large scrotum
- B.
Small prepuce
- C.
Abdominal pouch
- D.
Male nipples
Correct Answer
C. Abdominal pouch -
- 2.
What type of diet do bearded dragons prefer?
- A.
Omnivorous
- B.
Carnivorous
- C.
Frugivorous
- D.
Insectivorous
Correct Answer
A. Omnivorous -
- 3.
How can you ensure that adopters start out with the most appropriate primary enclosure for their new exotic pet?
- A.
Hand out coupons to PetSmart and a husbandry guide
- B.
Help them pick out cage equipment on Amazon.com
- C.
Sell them the current enclosure and equipment
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the above -
- 4.
Chinchillas in particular require what type of extra substrate in their enclosure?
- A.
Dirt
- B.
Dust
- C.
Straw
- D.
Water
Correct Answer
B. Dust -
- 5.
Guinea pigs in particular require what type of supplementation to their diet?
- A.
Vitamin A
- B.
Vitamin B
- C.
Vitamin C
- D.
Vitamin D
Correct Answer
C. Vitamin C -
- 6.
Finches, unlike budgies and cockatiels, do better in an enclosure with:
- A.
More horizontal space
- B.
More vertical space
- C.
More cage equipment/toys
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
A. More horizontal space -
- 7.
Which of the following exotic pets requires a habitat with high humidity and a temperature gradient for proper care?
- A.
Leopard Gecko
- B.
African Grey Parrot
- C.
Ball Python
- D.
Sugar Glider
Correct Answer
C. Ball PythonExplanation
Ball pythons require a habitat with high humidity and a temperature gradient to thrive. Maintaining appropriate humidity levels helps with their shedding process, while a temperature gradient allows them to regulate their body temperature by moving between warmer and cooler areas of their enclosure. In contrast, leopard geckos, African grey parrots, and sugar gliders have different habitat requirements.Rate this question:
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- 8.
A small corn snake may only require feeding ____ in the summer.
- A.
Once daily
- B.
Once weekly
- C.
Once monthly
- D.
Once per season
Correct Answer
B. Once weekly -
- 9.
What deadly disease can be almost virtually eliminated by ensuring all rabbits are spayed and neutered?
- A.
E. cuniculi
- B.
Pododermatitis
- C.
Uterine adenocarcinoma
- D.
GI stasis
Correct Answer
C. Uterine adenocarcinoma -
- 10.
We hope you have enjoyed the presentation. If you receive a passing score, a Certificate of Attendance in your name will be awarded at the end of this quiz. Please let us know if you have viewed the entire presentation.
- A.
I certify that I have listened to the entire presentation.
- B.
I did not listen to the entire presentation.
Correct Answer
A. I certify that I have listened to the entire presentation. -
- 11.
A boa constrictor and ball python require the same primary enclosure set up.
- A.
True- as long as size is taken into consideration.
- B.
False- these snakes are very different and require specialized care.
Correct Answer
B. False- these snakes are very different and require specialized care.Explanation
While both boa constrictors and ball pythons are commonly kept as pets, they have different environmental and care requirements. Boa constrictors generally require larger enclosures and different humidity and temperature ranges compared to ball pythons. Additionally, their behaviors and activity levels differ, necessitating specialized care tailored to each species.Rate this question:
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