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- Question 1 of 69
1. Question
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Our dog’s must meet their energy needs before other nutritional requirements.
- Question 2 of 69
2. Question
When formulating canine diets, what necessary information is the starting point?
- Question 3 of 69
3. Question
Where do dogs obtain their dietary energy? (Select all that apply)
- Question 4 of 69
4. Question
What has a significant impact on our dog’s wellbeing and longevity?
- Question 5 of 69
5. Question
What is a simple way to maintain a healthy body weight?
- Question 6 of 69
6. Question
How is food energy expressed (in units)? (Fill in the blank)
or
- Question 7 of 69
7. Question
After energy losses are accounted for, the amount of energy available for the dog’s body to use is called what?
- Question 8 of 69
8. Question
Does the energy density of a food affect the other nutrients in the diet?
- Question 9 of 69
9. Question
Why would one want to calculate the calorie distribution of a given food?
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- Question 10 of 69
10. Question
The minimum amount of energy that a dog needs each day from its food is represented by what?
- Question 11 of 69
11. Question
What is an alternative way to estimate the energy needs of active adult dogs instead of MER?
- Question 12 of 69
12. Question
What are the three classifications of carbohydrates?
- Question 13 of 69
13. Question
Why do dogs have a hard time efficiently digesting milk sugar?
- Question 14 of 69
14. Question
What is the storage polysaccharide found in animal tissue?
- Question 15 of 69
15. Question
Do dogs have a dietary requirement for carbohydrates in their diet?
- Question 16 of 69
16. Question
When are carbohydrates are useful in a dog’s diet? (Select all that apply.)
- Question 17 of 69
17. Question
What is the end point of all digestion and is critical to support blood sugar levels and normal nervous system functioning?
- Question 18 of 69
18. Question
What are the problems with excess simple, soluble carbohydrates?
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- Question 19 of 69
19. Question
Why does much of the plant material eaten by our dogs pass through the digestive system unchanged?
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- Question 20 of 69
20. Question
What does it mean for carbohydrates to have a “protein-sparing” role in the diet?
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- Question 21 of 69
21. Question
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In comparison to horses and cattle, dogs have a to digest fibrous carbohydrates.
- Question 22 of 69
22. Question
What are some of the carbohydrate sources currently being used in commercial “grain free” foods?
- Question 23 of 69
23. Question
What is the health concern and possible link to diets that use alternative ingredients in their formulations?
- Question 24 of 69
24. Question
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is essential to support reproduction and growth, body structure and function, repair and it provides a dietary energy source.
- Question 25 of 69
25. Question
Large, complex proteins are easily digested and highly nutritious.
- Question 26 of 69
26. Question
When considering protein sources, what is important to consider for digestibility and efficient use in the body?
- Question 27 of 69
27. Question
What type of proteins have the highest BV and are the easiest for dogs to digest?
- Question 28 of 69
28. Question
When evaluating the diet, we want to look for protein ingredients that supply what? (Fill in the blank)
All required
- Question 29 of 69
29. Question
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Assuming the protein source has a minimum digestibility of 80%. The amount of protein recommended for healthy adult dogs at maintenance is . This increases to for young puppies and pregnant/lactating bitches.
- Question 30 of 69
30. Question
What is driving a shift in commercial dog food ingredients and available options? (Fill in the blank)
impacts and
- Question 31 of 69
31. Question
What ingredients can have a range of environmental, financial, nutritional and potentially, health benefits for our dogs?(Fill in the blank)
ingredients and sources.
- Question 32 of 69
32. Question
What is a protein source that is gaining interest as a food ingredient in the animal nutrition world?
- Question 33 of 69
33. Question
What is a key characteristic of dietary fat?
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- Question 34 of 69
34. Question
To what group of compounds do all fats belong?
- Question 35 of 69
35. Question
What are the three types of fatty acids?
- Question 36 of 69
36. Question
What is a useful source of MCT?
- Question 37 of 69
37. Question
What type of fats are more reactive and can go rancid more rapidly?
- Question 38 of 69
38. Question
How can you reduce the risk of fats going rancid and counterbalance the potential for oxidative damage?
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- Question 39 of 69
39. Question
What is good practice when using dry dog food containers?
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- Question 40 of 69
40. Question
What are an important class of fats that are important in the body for supporting normal hormone function, circulatory health, blood clotting and other essential roles in the body?
- Question 41 of 69
41. Question
What are some of the symptoms of EFA deficiency? (Select all that apply)
- Question 42 of 69
42. Question
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Omega-6 fatty acids tend to be linked to in the body, while omega-3 fatty acids appear .
- Question 43 of 69
43. Question
What is the healthy ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 in the diet?
- Question 44 of 69
44. Question
What three omega-6 fatty acids are required for normal biological function?
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45. Question
What omega-6 fatty acid must be supplied by the diet?
- Question 46 of 69
46. Question
What are good sources of omega-3 fatty acids?(Fill in the blank)
Oily such as , , and .
- Question 47 of 69
47. Question
What is the best way to supply omega-3 fatty acids for health support?(Fill in the blank)
Directly supply and in the diet.
- Question 48 of 69
48. Question
What is the difference between micronutrients and macronutrients as it relates to diet?
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- Question 49 of 69
49. Question
What has an essential role in supporting the body’s metabolic processes and must be supplied in the diet to meet those needs?(Choose all that apply.)
- Question 50 of 69
50. Question
What are the two classifications of vitamins?(Fill in the blank)
soluble and soluble
- Question 51 of 69
51. Question
What happens to excess water soluble vitamins that the body does not need?
- Question 52 of 69
52. Question
What is supplemental vitamin C good for supporting?
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- Question 53 of 69
53. Question
What vitamins are primarily involved in critical metabolic reactions and the release of energy from food?
- Question 54 of 69
54. Question
What food can cause biotin deficiency?
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- Question 55 of 69
55. Question
List the fat-soluble vitamins
- Question 56 of 69
56. Question
What bodily functions is vitamin A important for?
- Question 57 of 69
57. Question
What is vitamin D closely linked to?
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- Question 58 of 69
58. Question
What supplemental vitamin can help reduce the impact of age-related changes?
- Question 59 of 69
59. Question
What can vitamin K be used to treat?
- Question 60 of 69
60. Question
What is another name for sodium chloride?
- Question 61 of 69
61. Question
What is involved in a number of key body processes, including skeletal structure, fluid balance, energy generation and functioning of the nervous system?
- Question 62 of 69
62. Question
What mineral is critical for the functioning of the thyroid?
- Question 63 of 69
63. Question
What are critical for normal cell functioning?
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64. Question
In regard to minerals, what does “antagonistic interactions with others” mean?
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- Question 65 of 69
65. Question
What is the ideal dietary ratio of calcium and phosphorous?
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66. Question
Deficiency in what mineral can result in weakness and uncoordinated movements?
- Question 67 of 69
67. Question
Where is copper stored in the body?
- Question 68 of 69
68. Question
What are two good sources of iodine?
and
- Question 69 of 69
69. Question
What mineral is important for bone and cartilage health and may benefit dogs suffering from joint issues?