Animal Welfare Act (Republic Act No. 8485) Quiz
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What is the primary enclosure of an animal?

  • The external environment
  • A cage (correct)
  • A pen
  • A forest
  • Why is proper ventilation important in animal housing units?

  • To increase humidity levels
  • To provide oxygen and remove noxious odors (correct)
  • To allow for more lighting
  • To reduce temperature variations
  • What does the term 'social environment' of an animal primarily refer to?

  • Interaction with other species
  • Interaction with inanimate objects
  • Physical contact and communication with the same species (correct)
  • Interaction with humans
  • Why is understanding a species' normal social behavior crucial for group housing planning?

    <p>To prevent conflicts within the group</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect should be considered when planning animal environments to allow for normal play and hunting behaviors?

    <p>Floor space and vertical space utilization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the optimal level of factors for animal housing not the same for all species?

    <p>Because of variation in temperature and humidity requirements</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do animals need to maintain consistent conditions in their environment?

    <p>'Consistent conditions of temperature, humidity, lighting, and ventilation'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor can affect the metabolism and behavior of animals?

    <p>'Variation in temperature and humidity'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered crucial for the 'social environment enrichment program' in animal housing?

    <p>Vertical space utilization of enclosures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the length of confinement influence primary enclosure type?

    <p>It may determine the height of the enclosure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Animal Welfare and Ethical Considerations

    • Animal Welfare Act (Republic Act No. 8485) aims to protect and enhance the welfare of all animals in the Philippines, overseeing breeding, treatment, and training facilities.
    • Five Freedoms of Animal Welfare:
      • Freedom from hunger and thirst.
      • Freedom from discomfort.
      • Freedom from pain, injury, or disease.
      • Freedom to express normal behavior.
      • Freedom from fear and distress.

    Ethical Guidelines in Animal Research

    • Animals possess moral status, necessitating ethical treatment.
    • Three Rs Principles:
      • Replace: Use non-animal models or primitive invertebrates when possible.
      • Reduce: Limit the number of animals to the essential minimum.
      • Refine: Implement techniques to lessen animal distress, such as positive reinforcement and improved care methods.

    Common Diseases in Laboratory Animals

    • Mice:
      • Paratyphoid Infection (Salmonella typhimurium): Characterized by diarrhea, weight loss, dehydration. Diagnosed through culture from feces or necropsy.
    • Rats:
      • Susceptible to chronic respiratory diseases and bacterial pneumonia.
    • Guinea Pigs:
      • Commonly affected by paratyphoid infection (Salmonella enteritidis) and fibrinous pneumonia.

    Specific Animal Diseases

    • Mice - Paratyphoid Infection:
      • Symptoms: Diarrhea, weight loss, lethargy, and rough fur.
      • Treatment: Antibiotics like Enrofloxacin and Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole based on testing.
    • Guinea Pig - Fibrinous Pneumonia:
      • Caused by Bordetella bronchiseptica or Streptococcus species; symptoms include respiratory distress and nasal discharge.
      • Treatment: Antibiotics and supportive care.
    • Guinea Pig - Cervical Lymphadenitis:
      • Common bacterial infection leading to swollen lymph nodes; caused by Streptococcus equi subsp. zooepidemicus.

    Nutritional Management of Laboratory Animals

    • Essential for maintaining animal health and ensuring credible research findings.
    • Factors Influencing Nutritional Needs:
      • Genetics: Variations among species/individuals impact nutrient requirements.
      • Life Stage: Nutritional requirements change with growth, pregnancy, or lactation.
      • Environmental Conditions: Modifications in the environment can alter nutritional needs.
      • Microbial Activity: Gut microorganisms produce significant metabolites affecting nutrition.
      • Research Conditions: Stress from experimental procedures may alter feeding behaviors and intake.

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