Part 2 Pop Quiz FINAL
Human & Canine Communication Seminar – Part 2
1.According to the seminar, why can some dogs struggle when meeting dogs with wrinkles, short faces, or unusual body structures?
A. Those dogs are naturally aggressive
B. Their physical traits can interfere with normal canine communication
C. They have poor training
D. They are dominant breeds
Correct answer: B
2. Which mouth expression most strongly indicates a relaxed, comfortable dog?
A. Closed mouth with tight lips
B. Snarling with teeth exposed
C. Soft, open mouth with relaxed corners
D. Panting with stiff posture
Correct answer: C
Reference: Part 2 Seminar
3. Why can hugging be uncomfortable or stressful for many dogs?
A. Dogs interpret hugs as play
B. Hugging restricts movement and increases social pressure
C. Dogs dislike human affection
D. Hugging is only stressful for puppies
Correct answer: B
Reference: Part 2 Seminar
4. When greeting a dog, which approach is recommended?
A. Staring directly into the dog’s eyes
B. Reaching straight toward the dog’s face
C. Standing silently and allowing the dog to approach
D. Leaning over the dog to show friendliness
Correct answer: C
Reference: Part 2 Seminar
5. According to the consent test video, what is the first step in determining whether a dog wants to be petted?
A. Petting longer to see if the dog relaxes
B. Offering food during petting
C. Stopping the interaction and observing the dog’s response
D. Asking the handler verbally
Correct answer: C
Reference: Consent Test Video
True or False
6. A dog remaining still during petting always means the dog is enjoying the interaction.
Correct answer: False
Reference: Consent Test Video
7. Lip licking, head turns, and shrinking away are signs of stress or avoidance in dogs.
Correct answer: True
Reference: Consent Test Video
Short Answer
8. What is a “consent test,” and why is it important when interacting with dogs?
Expected answer:
A consent test involves stopping an interaction, such as petting, and observing whether the dog chooses to re-engage. It allows the dog to communicate preference and helps humans respect the dog’s comfort and boundaries.
Reference: Consent Test Video
9. Name two body language signals shown by the dog “Zani” that indicated she did NOT want to be petted.
Expected answers (any two):
- Lip licking
- Head turning away
- Full body turning away
- Shrinking back
Reference: Consent Test Video
Application / Understanding
10. A dog leans into a person, has relaxed facial muscles, and approaches the hand repeatedly when petting pauses. What is the dog communicating?
Expected answer:
The dog is clearly communicating consent and enjoyment of the interaction.
Reference: Consent Test Video
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