AZ Tail Wag Application Assessment

AZ Tail Wag Application Assessment

You are applying to become a pet care provider with AZ Tail Wag. Please answer each question thoroughly. If selected to move forward in the on-boarding process, you will be contacted by AZ Tail Wag. Thank you.
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By clicking "I certify" you agree to the starting rate of pay: 20-minute service $12. 30-minute service $15. Overnight pet sitting $40 per night. Multi-dog and holiday pay increase apply.*

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At AZ Tail Wag you will be employed as an Independent Contractor. You will receive work request via email. This is a flexible position with no guaranteed set hours. You will have the ability to set your own schedule. Once you commit to a service, you are required to perform that service. Failure to do so will result in termination. Do you agree to the terms of this position?*

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Multiple Choice Assessment

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: ONLY APPLICANTS WHO SCORE 100% WILL MOVE FORWARD IN THE ON-BOARDING PROCESS. Please answer the multiple-choice questions after reading each passage.
Reasons a pet won’t eat

Illness. A decreased appetite in pets is often a sign of sickness, especially if your pet is exhibiting other symptoms at the same time. Although a loss of appetite in pets doesn’t necessarily indicate serious disease, prompt veterinary attention is important because it could be a sign of significant illness, including cancer, various systemic infections, pain, liver problems, and kidney failure.

Dental disease. Your pet may not want to eat because something in its mouth is causing pain. Have them checked for a broken or loose tooth, severe gingivitis, and even an oral tumor. Sometimes things can happen below the gum line that cannot be seen like a tooth root abscess

Recent vaccination. Fortunately, vaccinations are available for many serious and contagious pet diseases. Although these injections have saved the lives of millions of pets in the past 100 years, they do sometimes have adverse effects. The majority of these are minor and brief, including a temporary loss of appetite in pets.

Travel and unfamiliar surroundings. If your pet's appetite was fine until you went on a trip with them or moved to a new location, it may be that your pet won’t eat because of traveling or the unfamiliar surroundings. Some animals may get motion sickness, and others become nervous or uncomfortable in new places.

Pickiness or behavior issues. Some pets are just picky, or their refusal to eat may be caused by feeding them in situations where they aren’t comfortable, such as around an aggressive dog or from a bowl at an uncomfortable height. Because a decreased appetite in pets may be caused by illness, never assume that your pet is picky without investigating other possibilities first.
Scenario Part I: You are conducting an overnight sitting with Dolly. A 3-year-old Doberman. It's 5pm and time for Dolly's dinner. You prepare her food as instructed by the owner. Dolly sniffs her food, but doesn't eat it and then goes to lay down in her kennel. What are some reasons Dolly may not be eating? Choose the best answer.*

A. Dolly is a picky eaterB. Dolly may be ill, anxious, experiencing pain in their mouth or uncomfortable with a new person feeding her.C. Dolly is bored. Exercise her first and try offering her food againD. Dolly doesn't like her food
What to do when your a pet won’t eat

If your pet's decreased appetite is a behavior problem caused by pickiness or a discomfort with mealtime, rather than the result of a medical condition, there are a number of things you can do to encourage your pet to eat.

These include:

Cutting back on treats.
Feeding your pet on a regular schedule, usually at least twice a day.
Making mealtime a fun time for your pet, such as by playing with a toy that dispenses food or rewarding your dog with food for doing a trick.
Taking your dog for a walk before mealtime.
Changing your pet's feeding situation. If you normally feed your pet with other animals, try feeding them alone. Or try using different bowls or plates at different heights to see what your pet prefers. (You might even put a few pieces of food on the floor next to the feeding dish.)
Trying a different kind of food, such as canned food if you normally feed your pet dry food.
Add a bit of warm water to your pet's kibble to make it more appealing.
Scenario Part II: It's been 30 minutes and Dolly is refusing to eat. What steps should you take? Choose the best answer*

A. Force feed her by handB. Call the ownerC. Nothing. Dolly will eat when she wants toD. Cut back on treats. Add a small amount of warm water to her kibble. Give Dolly her space to eat alone and leave a few pieces of food on the floor next to her bowl. Inform the owner and ask for further guidance.

Multiple Choice Assessment Continued

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: ONLY APPLICANTS WHO SCORE 100% WILL MOVE FORWARD IN THE ON-BOARDING PROCESS. Please answer the multiple-choice questions after reading each passage.
Heat Stroke and Heat Exhaustion in Dogs

DEFINITION:
Hyperthermia (fever) is an elevation in body temperature above normal range for the species affected (dogs normal is 101.5F).

Heat Stroke (heat exhaustion) is a form of hyperthermia that occurs when heat-dissipating mechanisms of the body cannot accommodate excessive heat. Body temperatures above 105F are suggestive of heat stroke.

CONTRIBUTING FACTORS:
Heat stroke can be seen in all breeds of all ages, but may be more likely in long haired and brachycephalic (short nosed) breeds as well as younger and older individuals.
Elevated environmental temperature and humidity
Confinement in a car or other area without adequate ventilation
Exercise
Restricted access to water
Obesity

SIGNS:

Signs of heat stroke are very similar to the signs seen in humans, although dogs pant more in an effort to cool themselves.

Panting
Hypersalivation (drooling)
Warm to touch
Red mucous membranes of mouth
Rapid heart rate
Dry nose
Quiet or poorly responsive, may lay down and refuse or be unable to rise
Vomiting
Blood from mouth or in stool
Seizures
Muscle tremors
Ataxia (staggering)
Coma
Death

PREVENTION:

Heat stroke is best prevented by avoiding the previously listed risk factors and closely observing your dog. If you are hot so is your dog. Remember our dogs will always try to please us. Consequently, watch closely and do not ask your dog to exercise or play hard on hot humid days.

Whether indoors or outside, dogs can best acclimate to high temperatures if provided good air circulation, shade and access to fresh water.

MANAGEMENT:
If you suspect heat stroke, stop all activity and walk or carry your dog to a cool, shaded area with good air circulation. If the symptoms do not improve quickly and you are unable to take your dog’s temperature take your dog to your veterinarian immediately.

If you have access to a rectal thermometer, you should take your dog’s temperature. If the temperature is less than 105F, you should still consider this an emergency and immediately take your dog to your veterinarian. If the temperature is higher than 105F, using cool, not cold, water; sponge or hose your dog’s entire body, paying particular attention to the underside. Use of a fan is also helpful. After a few minutes retake the temperature and repeat this procedure until the temperature is reduced to 103F. Do not reduce the temperature below 103F, as the temperature may descend to critical levels.

Immediately take your dog to your veterinarian as soon as the temperature reaches 103F or if you are unable to reduce the temperature significantly.
What are some signs a dog may be suffering from heat exhaustion or heat stroke?*

A. Vomiting, dry nose, warm to the touchB. Seizures, panting, droolingC. Rapid heart rate, muscle tremors, staggeringD. Blood from mouth or stool, unresponsiveE. All of the above
Scenario: You are scheduled to walk Gus the pug at 2pm. A brachycephalic (short nosed) dog breed for 30 minutes. It's sunny and 90 degrees out and the owner requests that Gus walks at least 1/2 mile. How would you proceed?*

A. Cancel and ask the owner to reschedule the walk when it's cooler outB. Follow the owners instructions and walk Gus for 30 minutes and 1/2 mile. Give him water breaksC. Inform the owner there is a risk of heat stroke if you take Gus out for a 30-minute walk. Offer to take him out for a quick potty break and spend the rest of the time with him indoors. Providing play, enrichment and making sure he has access to clean waterD. Take Gus out for a quick 10-minute run, spend the last 20-minutes indoors.

Video Interview:
Video Instructions
Please answer the following questions in your video:
- Tell us about yourself and your experience with animals.
- You are walking a client’s dog when they unexpectedly break free from your leash control and begin running down the street. What immediate actions would you take to safely regain custody of the dog, prevent injury or escape, and handle communication with the client afterward?
- If you noticed a sudden or unusual change in a pet's behavior during a visit (e.g., increased aggression, lethargy, disorientation, excessive vocalization), what steps would you take to assess the situation and ensure the pet's safety and well-being?
- If a pet in your care refuses to eat during a scheduled meal—despite being offered their usual food in their normal environment—what steps would you take to assess the situation, encourage eating if appropriate, and communicate with the client about your observations?
- If a pet in your care were to become injured—such as a cut paw, sprain, or suspected heat exhaustion—what immediate steps would you take to stabilize the pet, communicate with the client, and document the incident?
Submission Guidelines
Length: Please keep your video under 5–7 minutes.

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In this position you may be called upon to care for or be in the presence of other animals besides dogs to include cats, reptiles, rodents. Care can include feeding, watering, cleaning litter box etc. Is there anything that would preclude you from completing these tasks? Allergic to cats etc?

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By signing your name, you certify that all the information provided is true. Discovery of any dishonesty will result in immediate removal of your application. *

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