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1. 1. An older dog becomes stiff when getting up. What next?

   An older dog becomes stiff when getting up. What next?

   Arrange a veterinary check Dismiss it as untreatable aging Make it jump repeatedly to loosen up

2. 2. While getting help for breathing distress, how should you handle the dog?

   While getting help for breathing distress, how should you handle the dog?

   Keep it calm and minimize stress Force a game to distract it Excite it to test responsiveness repeatedly

3. 3. A dog approaches food but struggles to chew. What should you consider?

   A dog approaches food but struggles to chew. What should you consider?

   It must dislike the bowl colour Possible discomfort needing veterinary assessment It is certainly being stubborn

4. 4. A dog is struggling to breathe. Which response is appropriate?

   A dog is struggling to breathe. Which response is appropriate?

   Take it running to clear its lungs Wait to see how it sleeps tonight Seek emergency veterinary care immediately

5. 5. Can a quiet dog still have painful movement?

   Can a quiet dog still have painful movement?

   No, pain always causes loud cries Yes, pain may be shown without crying No, silence confirms a harmless limp

6. 6. Your dog repeatedly drinks and urinates more than usual. What next?

   Your dog repeatedly drinks and urinates more than usual. What next?

   Assume it is always harmless Punish extra toilet trips Contact the vet

7. 7. A dog cannot put a leg down and is very painful. What next?

   A dog cannot put a leg down and is very painful. What next?

   Finish the usual long walk Contact a vet immediately Wait for next month's routine visit

8. 8. Vomiting repeats and the dog becomes weak. What next?

   Vomiting repeats and the dog becomes weak. What next?

   Treat it as an ordinary isolated vomit Seek prompt veterinary help Keep trying rich treats

9. 9. A dog's belly swells and it repeatedly retches without bringing food up. What next?

   A dog's belly swells and it repeatedly retches without bringing food up. What next?

   Seek emergency veterinary care Massage the belly and wait overnight Offer a large meal

10. 10. What is useful to prepare before an emergency?

    What is useful to prepare before an emergency?

    The vet's and out-of-hours clinic's contact details Only the dog's favourite toy Only a list of social-media groups

11. 11. Ear discomfort is accompanied by head tilt and loss of balance. What next?

    Ear discomfort is accompanied by head tilt and loss of balance. What next?

    Wait for the next grooming appointment Seek a same-day veterinary assessment Only brush the fur

12. 12. While seeking advice about increased thirst, what about water?

    While seeking advice about increased thirst, what about water?

    Keep fresh water available Remove water to stop accidents Offer water only after exercise

13. 13. A dog collapses, then appears to recover. What next?

    A dog collapses, then appears to recover. What next?

    Forget it because it stood up Contact the vet even after recovery Wait for three more episodes

14. 14. What makes a change in drinking easier to notice?

    What makes a change in drinking easier to notice?

    Comparing only with a neighbour's dog Knowing the dog's usual habits Checking the bowl once a year

15. 15. An unusually inactive dog has no interest in normal activities. What next?

    An unusually inactive dog has no interest in normal activities. What next?

    Assume laziness is the only cause Seek veterinary advice Force a hard run to test it

16. 16. Can an injured, normally friendly dog react defensively?

    Can an injured, normally friendly dog react defensively?

    No, a friendly dog never bites Yes, pain and fear can change its response Only if it has forgotten its training

17. 17. You notice blood in your dog's vomit. What next?

    You notice blood in your dog's vomit. What next?

    Wait several days for another episode Assume red food is always responsible Contact a vet immediately

18. 18. A dog strains repeatedly but cannot urinate. What next?

    A dog strains repeatedly but cannot urinate. What next?

    Wait until tomorrow's walk Contact a vet immediately Press hard on its belly

19. 19. Is loss of appetite a diagnosis by itself?

    Is loss of appetite a diagnosis by itself?

    No, different problems can cause it Yes, it always means worms Yes, it always means a food allergy

20. 20. Can low energy alone identify one particular illness?

    Can low energy alone identify one particular illness?

    Yes, it proves a vitamin deficiency No, it has many possible causes Yes, it proves boredom