A 10 year-old female neutered Bull Terrier cross is presented with a 12-month history of progressive alopecia. The alopecia has progressed most rapidly in the past 6 months. The left forelimb was amputated for osteosarcoma 1 year ago. The dog became pruritic 6 months ago and has received daily prednisolone since then (at a dose varying between 0.5 and 2 mg kg−1 day) without much of clinical benefit. Two skin biopsies were taken during the past year. The first biopsy showed neutrophilic dermatitis, folliculitis and furunculosis. The second biopsy, taken 8 months later, showed chronic pyogranulomatous dermatitis and follicular rupture. Skin scraping is negative for demodicosis. What is the likely diagnosis?

Which of the following methods would be used to monitor the oxygenation of a patient under anesthesia?

A dog is excited and panting before a radiography screening. Your team might consider giving the dog a light sedative because the dog’s panting because:

Which of the following is NOT a disorder that causes coagulation problems for animals?

A 14-year-old female neutered mixed-breed dog presented with vomiting and anorexia of 2 days’ duration. Rectal examination revealed pale mud-coloured faeces. Hematology was normal however, serum biochemistry profile was altered. What is the likely diagnosis ? (multiple correct answers)

The dog was lethargic and demonstrated markedly icteric sclerae

Serum Biochemistry (Abnormal values highlighted in yellow)

A 9-year-old female cat was recently diagnosed with lymphoma. She is now presented for a regular check before treatment is instituted. A blood smear is prepared from the cat. What is the finding?

Erythrocytes shown on a blood smear from a cat. Giemsa staining ×100 (oil).

A 7 year-old female neutered German Shepherd dog presents with slow and progressive loss of pigmentation around the face. The lip margins and the periocular hair become depigmented over the past 6 weeks. The dog is well, has no itching, no inflammation, no ocular problems and is apparently unaffected by the condition. What is the likely diagnosis?

A pet owner has noticed the cat has vomited multiple times. Between bouts of vomiting, the cat appears to be free of symptoms. However, there is no evidence of  blood, feces, and bile in the vomit. Which of the following types of vomiting is the cat experiencing?

Which of the following complications are brachycephalic dogs most likely to have during anesthesia?

You schedule an operation for an 8-year-old golden retriever. Before the operation, the golden retriever must fast for:

Which of the following could worsen the condition of a patient going into shock?

Which antiparasitic drug can be used to treat hookworm?
(Hint: more than one correct answer)

You are instructing a patient’s owner about collecting a urine sample. You should instruct the owner to:

When used for wound lavage, povidone-iodine solution:

Which of the following would contraindicate fluid therapy?

Which of the following patients should be administered emetics to empty its stomach contents?

When washing surgical instruments, you should always use:

When an animal is anesthetized prior to an orogastric intubation, a cuffed, tight-fitting endotracheal should be used because:

Anesthetization with which inhalant should be avoided in patients with respiratory problems that affect their ability to oxygenate?

H2 blockers are systemic antacids designed to:

Which antifungal medication is known to cause birth defects or spontaneous abortion in cats?

Dimercaprol can be used to treat a patient suffering from:

Which anti-parasitic drug CANNOT be administered to cats because of potential toxicity?

Which ophthalmic drug would be used to constrict the pupil?

Which diuretic can be administered intra-muscularly?

Small amounts of white light have come in contact with radiographic images in the darkroom. The images will most likely become:

Operating room personnel who have been chronically exposed to nitrous oxide may be at increased risk of what condition?

When clipping an animal for surgery on an open wound, you should place water-soluble lubricant in the wound in order to: