Quadriceps
A significant muscle group in a pet’s hind legs is vital for movement.
Quadruped
A four-legged animal, like dogs, cats, and horses.
Quagga
An extinct subspecies of the plains zebra.
Quagga Catfish
A species of catfish is sometimes kept in aquariums.
Quagga Mussel
An invasive species affecting fish tanks and water systems.
Quail
A small game bird that is sometimes kept as a pet or farm animal.
Quail Call
A distinct sound made by the pet or wild quails.
Quail Egg
Sometimes, it is fed to pets as a natural source of protein.
Quarantine
A process often used for new pets to prevent disease spread.
Quarry
A term used in hunting or scent work when a pet tracks a target.
Quarter Horse
A horse breed known for speed is often used in equestrian sports.
Queen
The term refers to a female cat, especially during nursing.
*Queensland Heeler
The Queensland Heeler is the Blue Heeler.
Quench
Used in hydration pet care, like ensuring pets drink enough water.
Quercetin
A natural pet supplement for allergies and inflammation.
Quercus
Oak tree genus names are vital for squirrels and birds.
Quick
The sensitive, blood-filled part inside a pet’s nail.
Quiescence
A term used to describe an animal in a resting or inactive state.
Quiescent Pupils
A term for abnormal pet eye response to light.
Quiet Command
A training cue used to teach dogs to stop barking.
Quill
Sharp porcupine spines (and hedgehogs).
Quillwork
Decorative patterns from porcupine quills are seen in pet accessories.
Quintessential Breed
For Example - Border Collie: quintessential herding dog breed.
Quintuplet
It is used when a pet births five offspring in a single litter.
Quinzee
Snow shelter for sled dogs in extreme conditions.
Quirk
Unusual pet behaviors, like head tilting or spinning.
Quivering Tail
A behaviour seen in cats when they are marking territory or excited.
Quokka
A friendly marsupial, often found in wildlife sanctuaries.
Quokka Smile
A term inspired by quokkas, used for pets that seem to "smile."
Quoll
An Australian carnivorous marsupial that is rarely kept as a pet.
Quoll Spots
Quolls' spotted markings resemble pet coat patterns.