Solving Canine Behavioral Problems

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1. The first step in solving dog behavior problems is to take an in-depth look at the problem. From a treatment perspective, what is the most important thing to determine? How often the dog performs the problem behavior The dog's history of previous problem behaviors What the owner has done to try and correct the problem behavior What reward the dog gets from performing the problem behavior

2. Most common dog behavior problems can usually be treated by one of three strategies. Which of the following is not one of these strategies? Punishing the problem behavior Preventing the problem behavior from occurring Ignoring the problem behavior and rewarding an alternate behavior Rewarding a substitute behavior and redirecting the problem behavior

3. For which of the following dog behavioral problems is a professional consultation recommended? Chewing Barking Aggression Jumping up

4. Let's say your pooch is jumping up on you every time you walk in the door. What's the best treatment for this problem? Step on the dog's toes when he jumps on you Put the dog on a choke chain and leash, and jerk the dog down when he jumps on you, firmly telling him "Off!" Bump the dog in the chest with your knee when he jumps up Ignore the dog when he jumps up and immediately pet and praise the dog when he has "four on the floor."

5. Your dog "steals" items like shoes. When spotted with the forbidden object,he runs from you. If you don't see him, he sneaks off into a hidden corner and chews up the shoe. What is the most likely cause of this behavior? Giving the dog shoe-shaped chew toys Teething Punishing the dog for inappropriate chewing Guilt because he knows the behavior is wrong

6. What one non-training action can dog owners take that will have the biggest effect in preventing/alleviating behavioral problems? Consistently punishing bad behavior Spaying/neutering the dog Ensuring the dog gets sufficient exercise Feeding a low-protein diet

7. Your outdoor dog digs holes- lots of them- near your back door and along the walls of the house. What is the most common reason for this behavior? Barrier frustration Making a cooling spot to rest Boredom- the dog is digging for fun Pursuit of burrowing animals

8. The "Nothing In Life Is Free" program (NILIF) is often used to gain control over overly dominant, pushy dogs. Which of the following is *NOT* a component of this program? The dog must initiate all games with the owner The dog is not given attention when the dog asks for it The dog must obey a command before getting anything it wants The dog is not allowed on furniture or beds

9. Which of the following sources of puppies produces the highest percentage of adult dogs with behavioral problems? Strays Pounds and shelters Pet stores Breeders

10. Your dog consistently destroys the house while you are gone. Every day, you come home to shredded pillows, torn chairs, and ripped paper. In addition, there is urine in front of the door. To top it off, your neighbors report that your dog barks constantly for hours while you are gone. What's the most likely reason for this behavior? Illness Separation anxiety Aggression The dog is getting back at you for leaving it