Explanation should include
- the components of a wellness check
- a list of the signs, treatments, and prevention of the most common diseases
- vaccination schedule
- common ailments of dogs specific to the breed.
Process/Skill Questions:
- How often should wellness checks be performed?
- What vaccinations are needed for dogs? When should they be administered? Why is each vaccination important?
- What infectious and non-infectious diseases are common in dogs? What are the signs and symptoms of each? How can each be treated? How can each be prevented? Which are threats to humans?
- What internal and external parasites affect dogs? What are the symptoms of each? How can each be treated? How can each be prevented?
- How do a dog's healthcare needs evolve over its lifetime?