Zoo Med part 1

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Which country is the commercial vaccine imported from?

Spain (correct)

UK

Germany

France

Which test can be affected by the killed vaccine?

Blood test

Intradermal tuberculin test (correct)

Urine test

X-ray

Which disease vaccines have been used widely in primates?

Polio vaccines

Hepatitis C vaccines

Mumps vaccines

Measles vaccines (correct)

What should the veterinarian consider when deciding whether to vaccinate primates against diseases?

The collection's history Signup and view all the answers

Which animals should be screened for Salmonella spp. at least annually?

Reptiles Signup and view all the answers

Which animals should be tested for Cryptosporidium spp. on entrance during quarantine period?

Reptiles Signup and view all the answers

Which animals are susceptible to distemper virus?

Canids and some felids Signup and view all the answers

Which animals are susceptible to feline herpes and feline calicivirus?

Exotic felids Signup and view all the answers

Which group aims to manage breeding programs and typically progresses to a Europe-wide program or EEP?

TAG Signup and view all the answers

What does EEP stand for?

European Endangered Species Programme Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended frequency for anthelmintic therapy for domestic dogs in the UK?

Four times a year Signup and view all the answers

When should targeted anthelmintic dosing be considered for hoofstock?

During the spring and autumn flush of grass Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for coordinating conservation breeding in the federation zoos in Great Britain and Ireland?

The Joint Management of Species Committee Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Federation of Zoological Gardens in Great Britain and Ireland?

To develop and promote sound zoo animal practice Signup and view all the answers

Which organization is responsible for running breeding programs for less endangered species within the EU?

The European Association of Zoos and Aquaria Signup and view all the answers

Why do some TAGs/EEPs not have a veterinary advisor?

Lack of zoo veterinarians in Europe Signup and view all the answers

Which type of vaccine is recommended for exotic felids to protect against Feline chlamydophila?

Inactivated vaccines Signup and view all the answers

Why is it generally advised to vaccinate exotic canids with Leptospira vaccines?

Exotic canids have a higher risk of Leptospira infection Signup and view all the answers

Why is there no recommendation to vaccinate exotic canids or felids in zoological collections against rabies?

The UK is officially rabies free Signup and view all the answers

Which animals are highly susceptible to clostridial toxaemia and may benefit from vaccination?

Marsupials, penguins, and ungulates Signup and view all the answers