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02/01/2012

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Term
Describe a cherry eye
Definition
tear gland on the inner surface of the dog's third eyelid prolapses then enlarges to become visible in the corner of the dog's eye
Term

T/F

Bloom is the sheen of a coat in prime condition?

Definition
True
Term

T/F

A dewclaw is an extra claw, or toe on the inside of the leg?

Definition
True
Term
What are neoplasms?
Definition
Tumors
Term
Where are the withers?
Definition
Top of the sholder blades at the junction of the neck
Term
Define buttocks
Definition
the rump or hips
Term
Name two skin diseases of dogs that can be transmitted to humans.
Definition
ringworm and mange
Term
What fungus is most commonly responsible for ringworm?
Definition
microsporum canis
Term
Define ring tail.
Definition
One that curls into a ring at the end.  Curved up.
Term
Define Scissors Bite
Definition

Bite in which the outer side of teh lower incisors touches the inner side of the upper incisors.  The bite required in most breed standards.

 

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Term
Define Loins
Definition
The sides between the ribs and hip bones region on either side of the vertebral column between the last ribs and the hindquarters.
Term
Define Mantles
Definition
Dark shaded portion of the coat on shoulders, back and sides.  Like on a St. Bernard.
Term
In obedience, what is meant by crowding?
Definition
The dog is too close to the handler.
Term
Define Nose
Definition
fOrgan of smell.  Also the ability to detect by scent.
Term
Define Leather
Definition
The ear flap.  Usually of hounds and sporting breeds.
Term
Define Canine
Definition
A group of animals, including dogs, foxes, jackals, and wolves.
Term
A clear, blue eye is called a
Definition
China eye
Term

T/F

A blaze is a strip of white hair running the length of the back.

Definition
False, It is a strip of white hair running up the center of the face, usually between the eyes.
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