TOV Pop Quiz 4

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Multiple Choice

1. According to Joan, what was the dog in the news broadcast trying to do before the bite occurred?(required)

A. Establish dominance B. Avoid interaction and move away C. Test boundaries D. Protect the handler

2. Joan points out that one major contributor to the bite in the news clip was:(required)

A. The dog being recently rescued B. Multiple people petting the dog while restricting movement C. The presence of cameras D. The dog’s breed

3. According to Joan, once a dog reaches a high stress state, how much time may exist between a warning signal and a bite?(required)

A. A couple of seconds B. Several minutes C. 10–15 seconds D. There is always a clear escalation period

4. Joan describes the dog’s situation in the news clip as:(required)

A. A learning opportunity B. Poor handling but manageable C. A dominance challenge D. A completely untenable position

5.In the Caesar Millan “Shadow” clip, what does Joan emphasize about the dog’s body language?:(required)

A. The dog is calm but assertive B. The dog is asserting dominance C. The dog is showing extreme stress and shutting down D. The dog is successfully being rehabilitated.

True or False

6. Joan agrees with the interpretation that Shadow’s behaviour represents dominance and submission.

7. According to Joan, a dog that freezes is relaxed and compliant.

8. The word “fine” is a reliable indicator that a dog is comfortable and happy.

Short Answer

9. Joan describes “freeze” as an important moment in dog behaviour. Why is freezing especially concerning?

10. Why does Joan say the term “fine” is one of the most dangerous words when describing dogs?

Application / Understanding

11. In the Caesar Millan clip, the dog Shadow is restrained and forced to the ground. Using Joan’s framework, why is this approach dangerous?

12. Joan repeatedly emphasizes rewarding avoidance behaviours. Why is this critical in preventing bites?