Well-Trained Dogs Can Do More: Human Knowledge Assessment /10 Created by Tena Parker Well-Trained Dogs Can Do More Human Knowledge Assessement This quiz is required prior to earning your Well-Trained Dog Level 1 certificate. 1 / 10 1. If your dog is in a new place and they have their tail tucked tightly between their legs, their ears pinned back, their body stiff, they are panting, and they are frantically scanning the environment, what is your dog likely feeling? A. My dog is happily exploring this environment B. My dog is very excited by something in this environment C. My dog is nervous and uncomfortable in this environment D. My dog is agitated by something in the envrionment 2 / 10 2. When we think about puppy development, what is the age range that is considered the primary socialization window. The time where puppies should be normalizing the things that happen in the world in safe setups or situations. A. 0-4 weeks old B. 5-16 weeks old C. 17-26 weeks old D. 27 - 36 weeks old 3 / 10 3. What's the most appropriate way to greet an unfamiliar dog? A. Face the dog, make your hand into a fist, present the fist towards that dog's nose, let them sniff you, and then pet them B. Face the dog, look them in their eyes, talk softly to them, walk toward them with your hand extended, and pet them when you can reach them C. Stand sideways, bend over at the waist, extend your hand towards the dog, D. Stand sideways, briefly talk softly to invite interaction, allow the dog to approach you and sniff, present your hands near your body to let them initiate contact 4 / 10 4. In very simple terms what is positive reinforcement training? A. Only using food to bribe dogs to behave appropriately B. Adding something awesome as a consequence to the dog's behavior to encourage them to do it again C. It's praising dogs for doing the right thing while correcting dogs with leash pops for doing the wrong thing 5 / 10 5. What thing should I do if my dog is acting nervous around a person that I want them to interact with? A. You should use treats to lure the dog closer to the person B. You should have the person lure the dog closer and take treats from their hand C. You should encourage the dog away from the person and give the dog some treats at a distance until they settle down D. You should hold your dog still and let the person pet them gently 6 / 10 6. Why should you always make sure to pick up your dog's poop? A. It's the law in most places B. It prevents contamination of our water sources C. It prevents the spread of parasites D. All of the above 7 / 10 7. How often should you do a thorough body exam on your dog to check for lumps, bumps, injuries, nails too long, ticks, and fleas A. Once a month B. Twice a year C. Once a year D. Every other year 8 / 10 8. Which statement regarding having your dog off leash is correct? A. My dog can be off leash in a designated on-leash environment if they listen well B. My dog can be off leash in areas designated for off-leash dogs if they are attentive, under control, and tolerant of other living creatures in the area C. My dog can be off leash in designated on-leash areas if the other dogs are on leash D. My dog can be off leash in a designated on leash area if they friendly 9 / 10 9. My dog used to love going to the dog park and day care but he has started to have conflict with a couple particular dogs, is this normal? A. No, all dogs should love to play with all other dogs. B. No, if a dog was social as a young dog, they will remain social their entire lives C. Yes, it is normal social development for a dog's sociability towards other dogs to change as they mature. Dogs who used to love everyone may, as adults, only like their friends and that's ok. D. Yes, your dog was probably bullied or attacked by these other dogs and so they've had bad experiences with them. Those bad experiences have caused them to dislike those dogs. 10 / 10 10. Which of the following IS a strategy for an initial behavior plan if your dog is doing an unwanted behavior? A. Environmental Management--Change the environment or set up so they cannot do the unwanted behavior B. Reduce your Reinforcement--reward fewer successful repetitions of the desired behavior C. Proofing the Behavior--increase the difficulty that your dog can be successful Please provide the information below so we can send you the certificate! NameEmail Your score is 0% Restart quiz
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