What component is NOT typically part of a general exam?

The component that is not typically part of a general exam is angular limb deformities. In a general examination of a canine patient, the focus is on assessing the animal’s overall health and identifying any signs of illness or abnormalities. This often includes checking the skin for alopecia (hair loss) or various skin lesions, and observing the respiratory rhythm to ensure normal breathing patterns.

While angular limb deformities, which are specific structural abnormalities affecting the legs and joints, can be observed, they are more specialized findings rather than part of the routine assessment conducted during a general exam. A general examination will concentrate on more common and immediate health indicators rather than specific skeletal or orthopedic issues unless they are evidently causing discomfort or functional impairment.