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1. In the small town of Bulls in Manawatu, the animal which is iconic to their town is a...

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The correct answer is Bull because the question specifically mentions that the animal iconic to the town of Bulls in Manawatu is a bull. This implies that the town is likely named after the animal and that bulls have some significance or representation in the town's culture or history.

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2. What is the key message you should provide to pet owners about flea control?   

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The key message that should be provided to pet owners about flea control is that all household pets, both indoor and outdoor, must be treated. Additionally, it is important to use flea control products year round to help prevent a new flea infestation from developing in the home. Even when pets are properly treated, they can still get new fleas, but these fleas will soon be killed.

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3. There are a wide range of hosts for the cat flea to breed on.  Which of the following is NOT a breeding host for the cat flea? 

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The cat flea can breed on a wide range of hosts, including hedgehogs, feral cats, possums, and dogs. However, humans are not a breeding host for the cat flea. This means that while the cat flea can infest humans and cause discomfort, it does not reproduce or breed on human hosts.

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4. True or False:  Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra kills both fleas and ticks on dogs for a full month. 

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Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra are oral medications for dogs that are designed to kill both fleas and ticks. These medications are effective for a full month, providing continuous protection against these parasites. Therefore, the statement "Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra kills both fleas and ticks on dogs for a full month" is true.

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5. The iconic dolphin who lived in Opononi (Northland) for a period of time was called...

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Opo was the iconic dolphin who lived in Opononi (Northland) for a period of time.

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6. From what age can Broadline be used on kittens?

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Broadline can be used on kittens from 8 weeks of age. This is because kittens need to reach a certain age and weight before they can safely tolerate and benefit from the medication. Using Broadline on kittens younger than 8 weeks may cause adverse effects or be ineffective. Therefore, it is important to wait until the kittens are at least 8 weeks old before administering Broadline to ensure their safety and effectiveness of the treatment.

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7. What is the first step in eliminating an indoor flea infestation?

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The first step in eliminating an indoor flea infestation is to treat all the dogs and cats in the household with flea control. This is because fleas can easily spread from one pet to another, so treating all pets at the same time ensures that any fleas on one pet do not have a chance to infest another. Additionally, treating all pets helps to break the flea life cycle and prevent re-infestation.

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8. Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra can be given with or without food?

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Compared to other similar products, the bio-availability of Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra is not affected by whether or not it is given with food. Easy to recommend, and easy for the owner to give to their dog!

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9. NZ's 'first cat' (owned by the current Prime Minister) which sadly passed away November 2017, and had it's own Twitter account with over 11,000 followers, was named...

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Paddles is the correct answer because it is the name of the cat owned by the current Prime Minister of New Zealand that passed away in November 2017. The fact that the cat had its own Twitter account with over 11,000 followers suggests that it was a well-known and popular cat, further supporting the correctness of the answer.

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10. Nexgard Spectra is effective against which of the following groups of worms? 

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Nexgard Spectra is effective against roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms. This means that it can eliminate and control infestations of these three types of worms in dogs.

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11. Broadline kills adult roundworm and hookworm, AND the migrating larvae

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One dose of Broadline is effective in 'flushing out' roundworm and hookworm as it works systemically to kill the migrating larvae (no waiting for the migrating larvae to develop into adult roundworm or hookworm)

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12. Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra has a registered label claim for which of the following external parasites?   

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Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra have a registered label claim for treating fleas and ticks. This means that these medications are specifically formulated to effectively kill and control both fleas and ticks on dogs. They may not be effective against other external parasites such as ear mites or biting lice.

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13. How often should an adult cat be treated with Broadline? 

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All of the options provided are acceptable for treating an adult cat with Broadline. The frequency of treatment can vary depending on the individual cat's risk factors for infection, as directed by a veterinarian. It can be done monthly or routinely every 4-6 weeks, or as part of a seasonal deworming program (4 times a year) with alternative flea control products in between. Therefore, all of the options are correct and acceptable for treating an adult cat with Broadline.

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14. How would you best treat a 70kg dog with Nexgard Spectra?

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The correct answer is to administer 1 x 30.1-60kg chewable and 1 x 7.6-15kg chewable. This is the appropriate treatment for a 70kg dog with Nexgard Spectra because it provides the correct dosage based on the dog's weight. The 30.1-60kg chewable covers the majority of the dog's weight range, while the additional 7.6-15kg chewable ensures that the dog receives enough medication for its size.

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15. How would you best treat a cat that weighs 8kg?

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16. One female flea can produce up to _______ eggs every day.   

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Female fleas are known to be prolific breeders, and they can lay a large number of eggs in a single day. The correct answer of 50 suggests that a female flea can produce up to 50 eggs every day. This high rate of egg production allows fleas to quickly multiply and infest their host and environment.

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17. According to NZ label claims, what external parasites are killed by Broadline?   

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Broadline is a product that is designed to kill external parasites in cats. The correct answer states that Broadline kills fleas, ticks, and biting lice. This means that if a cat is infested with any of these parasites, using Broadline can effectively eliminate them.

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18. Which of the following treatments provide an Integrated Flea Control (IFC) strategy?  

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Broadline, Frontline Plus, Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra all provide Integrated Flea Control (IFC) by killing immature stages of the flea life cycle such as eggs and larvae.

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19. Select the comments which are true about Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra

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Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra is the most palatable chew on the market, and has a beef flavour. It is safe for beef allergic dogs as it has a soy protein base.

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20. Cats prefer Broadline because...

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Cats prefer Broadline because it provides a pleasant experience due to its oil-based excipient, which does not give a cold sensation like alcohol-based excipients. Additionally, it only needs to be applied in one spot, eliminating the need for multiple application spots. The applicator's smooth round edge ensures there is no risk of being poked by a pipette edge.

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21. _____ % of the flea life cycle is in the form of immature stages and lives OFF the host?  

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Pet owners only see adult fleas on the pet, but need to be reminded that the biggest concern is the immature stages in the environment, and how treating their pet for fleas all year round will prevent re-infestations.

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22. Depending on the temperature and humidity, flea EGGS generally hatch into larvae in which of the following time frames?   

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Flea eggs generally hatch into larvae within 1-10 days depending on the temperature and humidity.

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23. The following statements are true about Broadline...

Explanation

The correct way to apply Broadline is to pull back slightly on the plunger, remove the cap, apply on the skin in the middle of the neck between the base of the skull and shoulder blades

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24. Which of the following statements are correct about worms?

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Female nematodes are known to be highly prolific and can produce a large number of eggs, with an average of 10,000 eggs per day. Kittens and puppies are indeed at a high risk of roundworm infection as they can easily contract the infection from their mother or through contaminated environments. The eggs laid by a female nematode are extremely resilient and can survive in the environment for up to 10 years, making them a persistent threat. Roundworms, hookworms, and whipworms are all types of worms that can cause serious health issues in humans, which is referred to as zoonotic risk.

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In the small town of Bulls in Manawatu, the animal which is iconic to...
What is the key message you should provide to pet owners...
There are a wide range of hosts for the cat flea to breed...
True or False:  Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra kills both fleas and...
The iconic dolphin who lived in Opononi (Northland) for a period of...
From what age can Broadline be used on kittens?
What is the first step in eliminating an indoor flea infestation?
Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra can be given with or without food?
NZ's 'first cat' (owned by the current Prime Minister)...
Nexgard Spectra is effective against which of the following...
Broadline kills adult roundworm and hookworm, AND the migrating...
Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra has a registered label claim for which of...
How often should an adult cat be treated with Broadline? 
How would you best treat a 70kg dog with Nexgard Spectra?
How would you best treat a cat that weighs 8kg?
One female flea can produce up to _______ eggs every day.  ...
According to NZ label claims, what external parasites...
Which of the following treatments provide an Integrated Flea Control...
Select the comments which are true about Nexgard and Nexgard Spectra
Cats prefer Broadline because...
_____ % of the flea life cycle is in the form of immature stages and...
Depending on the temperature and humidity, flea EGGS generally hatch...
The following statements are true about Broadline...
Which of the following statements are correct about worms?
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