Question 1

One of the first signs of adrenal gland disease is _____.
A)panting
B)tumor growth
C)alopecia
D)weepy eyes

Accepted Answer

Alopecia, or hair loss, is often one of the first signs of adrenal gland disease, particularly in pets like ferrets, where adrenal disease is common. This condition can lead to various symptoms, but early hair loss is a notable indicator.

Question 2

The recommended treatment for hyperestrogenism is _____.
A)spaying
B)diet change
C)Suprelorin®
D)ivermectin injections

Accepted Answer

The recommended treatment for hyperestrogenism in female dogs is spaying (surgical removal of the ovaries and uterus). This eliminates the source of excessive estrogen production and decreases the risk of developing reproductive-related diseases such as mammary tumors or pyometra. Changing the diet or administering medications like Suprelorin® or ivermectin injections are not effective treatments for hyperestrogenism.

Question 3

Which of the following is the correct term for a male ferret?
A)Joey
B)Hob
C)Jack
D)Buck

Accepted Answer

The correct term for a male ferret is a "hob". "Joey" is the correct term for a baby ferret, "Jack" and "Buck" are not specific to male ferrets.

Question 4

The ferret has been domesticated for _____.
A)a little over a decade
B)approximately 40 years
C)nearly 75 years
D)centuries

Accepted Answer

The ferret has been domesticated for centuries, dating back to ancient civilizations such as the Greeks and Romans, who used them for hunting and rodent control.

Question 5

The family Mustelidae includes ferrets as well as _____.
A)rabbits
B)rats
C)skunks
D)sugar gliders

Accepted Answer

The family Mustelidae includes skunks along with ferrets, weasels, otters, and badgers.

Question 6

It is not unusual for a healthy ferret to sleep percent of their day.
A)25
B)33
C)75
D)90

Accepted Answer

Healthy ferrets can sleep up to 75% of their day, which is typical for their species and indicative of their high metabolic rate and need for rest.

Question 7

Which of the following objects is a safe toy for a ferret?
A)plastic cat ball
B)cotton ball
C)rubber band
D)pencil eraser

Accepted Answer

A plastic cat ball is the only safe option for a ferret to play with. Cotton balls, rubber bands, and pencil erasers can all pose a choking hazard or potential intestinal blockage if ingested by the ferret.

Question 8

Ferrets normally produce exudates from their ears.
A)thick brown, waxy
B)thick yellow, waxy
C)grainy, dark orange
D)grainy, reddish brown

Accepted Answer

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Question 9

When a young ferret bites a human, which of the following punishments is most appropriate?
A)Scruff the kit and say "No" in a firm voice.
B)Flick the ferret on the end of the nose.
C)Grab and hold the ferret around the muzzle and swat it on the behind.
D)Hold the ferret and spank it on the behind while saying, "No.No."

Accepted Answer

Young ferrets are still learning proper behavior and may bite out of curiosity or in play. Scruffing the kit and saying 'No' in a firm voice is a gentle but effective way to teach them that biting is not acceptable behavior without causing harm or fear. The other options involve physical punishment, which can lead to fear or aggression in the ferret and should be avoided.

Question 10

Which of the following cages would be the best option for a ferret?
A)Multilevel condos with ladders or ramps
B)Medium-to-large dog carrier
C)Any cage with a hammock suspended from the top
D)A 20-gallon glass tank

Accepted Answer

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Quiz 4: Ferrets

One of the first signs of adrenal gland disease is _____.

The recommended treatment for hyperestrogenism is _____.

Which of the following is the correct term for a male ferret?

The ferret has been domesticated for _____.

The family Mustelidae includes ferrets as well as _____.

It is not unusual for a healthy ferret to sleep percent of their day.

Which of the following objects is a safe toy for a ferret?

Ferrets normally produce exudates from their ears.

When a young ferret bites a human, which of the following punishments is most appropriate?

Which of the following cages would be the best option for a ferret?