(Optional) Explain how to maintain a healthy specialty/exotic animal.

Explanation should include

  • the components of a wellness check
  • a list of the signs, treatments, and prevention of the most common diseases and ailments of specialty/exotic animals
  • methods for providing environmental enrichment. 

Process/Skill Questions:

  • What are the baseline perimeters for the vital signs of each specialty pet species?
  • Why is barbed wire not a good choice for small ruminants?
  • What is the primary predator of pet pigs kept outdoors?
  • How does one set a budget that includes unforeseen emergencies for one’s specialty pet?
  • What is your emergency response plan for your specialty pets in case of a natural disaster (e.g., hurricane, flood)?