Discuss why the domestic dog may be considered as an omnivore, and how its digestive system has adapted to domestication.

1-. Reflect on the two systems of assessing body condition. In 150 words or less, compare the pros and cons of the morphometric body scoring system in comparison to visual scoring systems. Based on this, make your own judgement as to which you think is best.

2- Broomhilda is a five year old Labrador who weighs 43.4 kg and is overweight Evaluate the pros and cons of each of the following feeding strategies with respect to meeting Broomhildas nutritional and behavioural requirements. In 300 words or less, indicate which you think is best suited for her feeding plan.
g. Feeding one meal at night in a bowl
h. Feeding two meals a day in a bowl
i. Feeding a combination of meals in a bowl and food in enrichment toys

3- List two hazards to human health when handling or preparing food. Suggest a risk control action you can undertake for each one.

4- List two hazards to animal health when handling or preparing food, as well as a risk control action you can undertake for each. Please ensure these are different hazards to those in in Q3.

5- Suggest two ways in which you could prevent the contamination and cross-contamination of food sources during food preparation.

6- Discuss the following:
a. How do the digestive systems of carnivores and herbivores differ?
b. Identify the parts and types of plants that granivores, frugivores, and nectivores source their nutrition from.
c. Discuss why the domestic dog may be considered as an omnivore, and how its digestive system has adapted to domestication.

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