TOV Pop Quiz 3 Human & Canine Communication Seminar – Part 3 Multiple Choice Name(required) Email(required) 1. According to Joan, why is it important not to over interpret a closed mouth as stress in dogs such as Chihuahuas or Pugs?(required) A. Closed mouths only appear during aggression B. Small dogs rarely show stress signals C. Some breeds naturally hold their mouths closed as part of their normal appearance D. Mouth position matters more than the rest of the body 2. Why does Joan explain that “whale eye” should be interpreted carefully in breeds like Pugs?(required) A. Whale eye is always a sign of fear B. Pugs exaggerate eye shape due to facial structure C. Whale eye only appears during play D. Pugs cannot experience stress 3. When a dog is being petted by many children and shows subtle tension, what does Joan recommend?(required) A. Allowing the interaction to continue to build tolerance B. Removing the children immediately C. Giving the dog opportunities to step away and take breaks D. Ignoring the behaviour unless growling occur 4. According to Joan, why do therapy and service dogs still require significant “off time”?(required) A. They become bored with work B. Training replaces emotional needs C. Emotional labor takes a toll even on well-trained dogs D. Off time improves obedience 5. Why does Joan advise handlers not to label a dog as “shy” when speaking to the public?(required) A. The term is inaccurate B. It encourages people to challenge the dog C. It leads others to personalize and push boundaries D. It increases fear in the dog True or False 6. Joan states that anthropomorphizing (attribute human characteristics or behaviour)dog behaviour often leads to misunderstandings and unsafe interactions.(required) True False 7. A dog that allows hugging from its handler will automatically be comfortable with hugs from strangers or children.(required) True False Short Answer 8. According to Joan, what is one effective, non-confrontational phrase a handler can use to prevent people from petting a dog?(required) 9. What physical cues does Joan describe as part of a defensive posture in dogs? Name two.(required) Application / Understanding 10. A dog freezes, locks its gaze, and has a tight mouth while staring at another dog or person. According to Joan, what should the handler do?(required) Submit Δ
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