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. 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 2 / 10 2. 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. 3 / 10 3. 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 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 is the benefit to clicker training or marker training (like using the word "yes" to identify correct behavior)? A. Using a click or a "yes" allows the trainer to help the dog identify what behavior is earning the reward B. Using a click or a "yes" allows the treat to be slightly delayed while still making it easy for the dog to figure out the correct behavior C. Using a click or a "yes" is a communication system that makes it easier for multiple people to work with the same dog D. All of the above 6 / 10 6. Should you and/or how should you interact with your dog if they are panicking about something like fireworks or thunder? A. You should not interact with your dog if they are behaving fearfully because you can reinforce the fear B. You should interact by firmly telling them to stop the panicked behavior C. You should seek your dog out and lure them out of their hiding spot with treats D. You should reassure your dog calmly, and if they are seeking you out, give them calm affection or a long-lasting chew to work on 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. Which of the following should be part of your dog's daily life for them to have a high quality of life and have their needs met? A. Physical Exercise like a walk, a hike, free running in a yard or park B. Social Interaction with you like a training session, pets and cuddles, playing games together, personal play C. Mental enrichment like stuffed kongs, puzzle toys, kibble dispensing balls, scavenging activities D. All of the above are important daily activities 10 / 10 10. Although most vaccines (though not all) are good for 3 years, how often is it recommended you take an otherwise healthy dog into the veterinarian. A. Once a year B. Once every other year C. Once every three years D. Only if they need medical care Please provide the information below so we can send you the certificate! NameEmail Your score is 0% Restart quiz
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