Volume 37, May 2022 | Page 62

Quizmaster : Jude Bradbury
Jude is a small-animal primary-care vet with a certificate in internal medicine . A former veterinary nursing lecturer , she is now examinations manager at the RCVS . Her research focuses on veterinary assessment methods and heat-related illness in pets .
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1 . A water-soluble vitamin that is a key part of a guinea pig ’ s diet . 2 . An anatomical feature where a guinea pig ’ s tail would be . 3 . Essential structures within prey species ’ enclosures . 4 . A common reason for a guinea-pig nurse consult . 5 . An anatomical feature that can be badly affected by incorrect diet . 6 . A common zoonotic skin condition that causes alopecia and scaling . 7 . A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory licensed for use in guinea pigs .
8 . Common cause of haematuria in guinea pigs that can be seen on an x-ray .
9 . A common cause of breathing difficulty in guinea pigs . 10 . A painful lump that can develop suddenly , often around the head .
11 . Essential aspect of guinea pig husbandry often discussed in nurse consults .
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3 An intelligent and small furry pet . 4 A lubricant for the eyes . 5 A pumping organ . 6 A solution for hypothermia . 7 The cleanest room in a vet practice .
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1 . Vitamin C 2 . Scent gland 3 . Hides 4 . Overgrown nails 5 . Incisors 6 . Ringworm 7 . Metacam 8 . Urolith 9 . Heart disease 10 . Abscess 11 . Diet 12 . Companion
3 . RAT 4 . TEAR 5 . HEART 6 . HEATER 7 . THEATRE
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