Positive reinforcement refers to:
feeding the puppy to prevent it from performing undesirable behaviours
giving the puppy something she wants in response to her performing a desirable behaviour
punishing the puppy for misdeeds
establishing a positive relationship with the puppy
As long as they are current for their age at the start, puppies need not be kept up-to-date on vaccinations throughout the class.
True
False
While out walking along a greenway, you meet someone with an exuberant dog. He is so friendly that you can hear him choking as he drags his owner toward your puppy. You should:
allow them to meet your puppy
hold your puppy in your arms to meet him
tell your puppy to sit
firmly ask the owner to stay away while you prepare to pick up your puppy if necessary
Preventing negative social experiences and potentially dangerous encounters are more important than providing the highest number of social interactions possible. Out-of-control, overly-excited dogs are poor role models for puppies and can scare or even hurt them.
When using "stay" in real life, the release need not always be explicit. For example, you can place your puppy in a stay while you water the plants, then go about your day-to-day business as long as she has stayed sufficiently long for you to finish your chore.
True
False
The stay must always be paired with the release; otherwise, your puppy has no way of knowing how long to stay.
When is it important to practise attention games?
Week 1 of class
Weeks 1-2 of class
Throughout this course
Throughout your dog's life
Select all that apply. When using a leash to get from Point A to Point B in real life, it is important to:
remember that your puppy is not working right now and does not have to walk on a loose leash
carry a high quantity of tiny, high-value treats
correct your puppy gently but swiftly when she pulls for extended periods
budget plenty of extra time to stop completely every time the leash becomes taut
use comfortable walking gear that does not restrict your puppy's movement
stop and take advantage of every opportunity for socialisation with people and dogs you encounter
When should you accustom a dog to a muzzle?
after he has bitten someone
during puppyhood, as a routine exercise
when he reaches adolescence
during a vet appointment
What reinforcement schedule is most popular for rewarding finds among detection and search & rescue K-9 handlers?
Variable Ratio Schedule
Variable Interval Schedule
Continuous Reinforcement Schedule
Fixed Interval Schedule: every 20 minutes of work
When should you accustom a dog to an Elizabethan collar?
after spay/neuter surgery
during puppyhood, as a routine exercise
when she reaches adolescence
during a vet appointment
During play dates, when should you release your puppy to go play with his friend?
Upon entering the play area
After one minute
After the 3-second sniff
Once he is calm, attentive to you, and on a loose leash