CVA Level 1 Practice Exam 2026
Questions and Answers
Which breed is prone to congenital deafness and skin allergies? - Correct answer-
Dalmation.
Which cat breed is good for people with allergies due to their fine haircoat? -
Correct answer-Rex & Sphynx.
Which of these statement is NOT true regarding the bedding in a stall?
A. Bedding should be discarded if mold is present, since many horses eat their
bedding.
B. Urine and feces should only be removed once a day, since the bedding will
absorb it all.
C. When a horse is discharged, all bedding should be removed and the stall
disinfected.
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,D. Pine or wood shavings should be 6-10 inches deep a the stall, and added to as it
becomes compacted. - Correct answer-B. Urine and feces should only be removed
once a day, since the bedding will absorb it all.
Which breed will need to be groomed regularly?
A. Lhasa Apso.
B. Keeshond.
C. Chow.
D. All of the above. - Correct answer-D. All of the above.
Feline infectious peritonitis has a mortality rate of about _____. - Correct answer-
100%
Which of the following statements is correct?
A. The flea medication should be applied to the top of the fur
B. The flea medication should be applied directly to the skin
C. The flea medication should be applied with a cottonball
D. The flea medication should be applied with cotton applicators - Correct answer-
B. The flea medication should be applied directly to the skin
Hunting dogs rely on their ________. - Correct answer-Sense of smell.
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,Veterinarians do not need assistants to practice medicine efficiently., true or false? -
Correct answer-False
Which animal lacks homing instincts and will be lost if wandering away from
home? - Correct answer-Skunk
When asked to place an animal in a lateral recumbent position, you should place it
A. On its back, lying down
B. On its side, lying down
C. With its backside up
D. Facing you - Correct answer-On its side, lying down
On what body parts are topical medications used?
A. Eyes.
B. Ears.
C. Skin.
D. All of the above. - Correct answer-D. All of the above.
OTC and prescription drugs require a doctor's prescription
true or false? - Correct answer-false
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, When working in a veterinary hospital, 'adjusting to change' is important. Which is
an example of that?
A. New Drugs/Medications
B. Working with different veterinarians
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above - Correct answer-C. Both A and B
Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the handling of avians?
A. Turning off the lights can aid in the capture of birds.
B. A paper towel or thin material can be used to capture small birds.
C. Offering treats to a bird may provide the distraction needed to perform a quick
procedure or examination.
D. Birds should be held around the rib cage to prevent them from moving. -
Correct answer-D. Birds should be held around the rib cage to prevent them from
moving.
What should you watch out for when feeding and medicating patients?
A. Lack of appetite
B. Refusal to take medications
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Questions and Answers
Which breed is prone to congenital deafness and skin allergies? - Correct answer-
Dalmation.
Which cat breed is good for people with allergies due to their fine haircoat? -
Correct answer-Rex & Sphynx.
Which of these statement is NOT true regarding the bedding in a stall?
A. Bedding should be discarded if mold is present, since many horses eat their
bedding.
B. Urine and feces should only be removed once a day, since the bedding will
absorb it all.
C. When a horse is discharged, all bedding should be removed and the stall
disinfected.
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,D. Pine or wood shavings should be 6-10 inches deep a the stall, and added to as it
becomes compacted. - Correct answer-B. Urine and feces should only be removed
once a day, since the bedding will absorb it all.
Which breed will need to be groomed regularly?
A. Lhasa Apso.
B. Keeshond.
C. Chow.
D. All of the above. - Correct answer-D. All of the above.
Feline infectious peritonitis has a mortality rate of about _____. - Correct answer-
100%
Which of the following statements is correct?
A. The flea medication should be applied to the top of the fur
B. The flea medication should be applied directly to the skin
C. The flea medication should be applied with a cottonball
D. The flea medication should be applied with cotton applicators - Correct answer-
B. The flea medication should be applied directly to the skin
Hunting dogs rely on their ________. - Correct answer-Sense of smell.
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,Veterinarians do not need assistants to practice medicine efficiently., true or false? -
Correct answer-False
Which animal lacks homing instincts and will be lost if wandering away from
home? - Correct answer-Skunk
When asked to place an animal in a lateral recumbent position, you should place it
A. On its back, lying down
B. On its side, lying down
C. With its backside up
D. Facing you - Correct answer-On its side, lying down
On what body parts are topical medications used?
A. Eyes.
B. Ears.
C. Skin.
D. All of the above. - Correct answer-D. All of the above.
OTC and prescription drugs require a doctor's prescription
true or false? - Correct answer-false
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, When working in a veterinary hospital, 'adjusting to change' is important. Which is
an example of that?
A. New Drugs/Medications
B. Working with different veterinarians
C. Both A and B
D. None of the above - Correct answer-C. Both A and B
Which of the following statements is NOT true regarding the handling of avians?
A. Turning off the lights can aid in the capture of birds.
B. A paper towel or thin material can be used to capture small birds.
C. Offering treats to a bird may provide the distraction needed to perform a quick
procedure or examination.
D. Birds should be held around the rib cage to prevent them from moving. -
Correct answer-D. Birds should be held around the rib cage to prevent them from
moving.
What should you watch out for when feeding and medicating patients?
A. Lack of appetite
B. Refusal to take medications
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