Animal Psychology Module 5 Test Name 1. Besides showing a non-threatening stance, why do dogs tuck their tail between their legs? Because they're afraid it might be bitten It's a defensive, protective gesture. They don't want to give another dog the opportunity to gather this information about them Because they've been trained not to wag their tail at strangers 2. When a dog chases it's tail, spinning in circles, what can it mean? Nothing other than fun They're trying to get rid of fleas It can signify boredom or anxiety 3. As a way to appear submissive in order to deflect or diffuse aggression, rolling over is the ultimate gesture True False 4. Choose the statement about muzzle grabbing that's NOT correct Muzzle grabbing is a social behaviour among dogs, not an aggressive or violent one It's like an acknowledgement of the relationship status Puppies also do this to each other, not to play but to hurt or injure a sibling 5. What is circling? Choose the correct answer When a dog runs around its owner in circles When a dog prepares a place to settle down to sleep in. Some dogs scrape and paw their sleeping area and turn several circles before they're happy to lie down When a dog turns in circles to bite its tail 6. As a way to appear submissive in order to deflect or diffuse aggression, what is the ultimate gesture? Sitting down Offering a paw Rolling over Submit Well Done! Choose Another Module Back To Training Share this:FacebookTwitterPinterest
