ARC Field Rescue and Capture 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: When approaching a frightened stray dog in an open field, which body posture should a rescuer adopt?
- Stand tall and make direct eye contact to assert authority
- Crouch sideways, avoid direct eye contact, and move slowly (Correct answer)
- Run toward the animal while calling its name loudly
- Wave arms overhead to signal the animal toward you
Correct answer: Crouch sideways, avoid direct eye contact, and move slowly
A crouched, sideways posture with averted eyes appears non-threatening and reduces a dog's flight response.
Question 2: A cat is trapped inside a drainage pipe. Which tool is most appropriate for a live extraction?
- Catchpole/control pole
- Drop trap placed at the pipe exit (Correct answer)
- Rabies pole with cable loop
- Net gun fired into the pipe opening
Correct answer: Drop trap placed at the pipe exit
A drop trap placed at the pipe exit allows the cat to exit on its own into containment without physical force.
Question 3: During a multi-animal hoarding rescue, what is the recommended order of operations?
- Capture all animals simultaneously using a team sweep
- Triage and remove critically ill animals first, then systematically clear the site (Correct answer)
- Clear the site of humans before capturing any animals
- Document and photograph all animals before any removal begins
Correct answer: Triage and remove critically ill animals first, then systematically clear the site
Critically ill animals must be stabilized and removed first to prevent deaths, followed by systematic clearance.
Question 4: Which knot is recommended for securing an animal in a transport crate to prevent escape during field operations?
- Slip knot
- Square knot
- Clove hitch
- Animals should never be tied inside transport crates (Correct answer)
Correct answer: Animals should never be tied inside transport crates
Animals should never be tied inside transport crates as tethering inside a crate poses a strangulation risk.
Question 5: A rescue team encounters an injured wild deer on a roadside. What is the first action?
- Immediately attempt manual restraint to assess injuries
- Contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator or animal control authority (Correct answer)
- Administer pain medication from the team's first-aid kit
- Place the deer in a transport crate and drive it to the nearest vet
Correct answer: Contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator or animal control authority
Wild deer require handling by licensed wildlife rehabilitators; unauthorized capture and transport may be illegal and harmful.
Question 6: What is the purpose of a 'drop trap' versus a standard box trap in field rescue?
- Drop traps are used only for large animals; box traps for small animals
- Drop traps allow rescuers to remotely trigger capture once the animal is positioned underneath (Correct answer)
- Box traps require bait; drop traps are triggered by animal weight
- Drop traps are faster to set up and require no monitoring
Correct answer: Drop traps allow rescuers to remotely trigger capture once the animal is positioned underneath
Drop traps are remotely triggered by the rescuer when the animal is in position, offering more control over timing than weight-triggered box traps.
Question 7: When using a catch pole on a dog, where should the loop be positioned on the animal's body?
- Around the muzzle only
- Around the neck and under one front leg to prevent choking (Correct answer)
- Around the neck alone, pulled tight for maximum control
- Around the torso behind the front legs
Correct answer: Around the neck and under one front leg to prevent choking
Positioning the loop around the neck and under one front leg distributes pressure and reduces the risk of tracheal injury.
ARC Field Rescue and Capture 2
When approaching a frightened stray dog in an open field, which body posture should a rescuer adopt?