NACA Animal Control Officers Practice Test

What is a potential cause of nasal discharge in animals?

1. Fungal infection

2. Conjunctivitis

3. Ear mites

4. Skin allergies

The correct answer is: Fungal infection

Nasal discharge in animals can often be attributed to a fungal infection. Fungal infections can lead to inflammation and irritation of the nasal passages, which results in the production of discharge. Animals may exhibit additional symptoms such as sneezing, difficulty breathing, or lethargy due to the effects of the infection. While other conditions such as conjunctivitis, ear mites, and skin allergies can cause various symptoms, they do not typically lead to nasal discharge. Conjunctivitis primarily affects the eyes and results in eye discharge. Ear mites cause irritation and inflammation in the ear canal rather than the nasal passages. Skin allergies may lead to itching and irritation of the skin but do not directly influence nasal discharge. Thus, fungal infections are a more direct cause of nasal discharge in animals.