Small Animal Care & Management Ch 10
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Which virus is usually spread by mice?

  • Lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus (LCMV) (correct)
  • HIV
  • Influenza virus
  • Rabies virus

What is the gestation period for hamsters?

  • 14 days
  • 10 days
  • 16 days (correct)
  • 24 days

What is the most important disease that may cause problems in hamsters?

  • Rabies
  • Influenza
  • HIV
  • Hamster enteritis (correct)

What should pregnant women avoid in relation to hamsters?

<p>Avoid any room where a rodent resides (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How often do female hamsters come in heat?

<p>Every four days (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When do the eyes of young hamsters open?

<p>At 14 days (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important species of hamster?

<p>Golden hamster (Mesocricetus auratus) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred activity time for hamsters?

<p>Night (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended way to feed hamsters?

<p>Purchase commercially prepared pellets (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should be done to prevent unwanted mating and inbreeding in hamsters?

<p>Separate male and females (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a common characteristic of hamsters?

<p>Nocturnal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the preferred environmental temperature for hamsters?

<p>70°F (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of hamsters' cheek pouches?

<p>To store food (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of hamster is commonly used in research?

<p>Golden hamster (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended cage size for hamsters?

<p>10 × 14 × 10 inches tall (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be avoided as hamster bedding material?

<p>Cedar (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of gnawing on hard food for hamsters?

<p>To wear down their teeth (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following should be considered when handling a hamster?

<p>Handle it gently and with care (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one common disease that can affect hamsters?

<p>Enteritis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of hamsters hoarding food?

<p>To store food for later consumption (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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