4ACT: Breeds and Behaviors Unit 4

___________ behaviors are those that are shown in social situations in which the dog feels threatened or challenged.

Agonistic

Which dog originated in Japan and was a fighting dog?

Akita

A dog that is ___________ stands very straight, and may lean forward.

Alert

In the _________ position, the ears are pulled forward, causing the skin on the head to wrinkle.

Alert

If a dog's eyes are darting around and constantly scanning, the dog is showing?

Anxiety and Fear

Non-threatening behaviors are also called _________.

Appeasement

Which hound dog does not bark, but instead makes yodeling and chortling noises?

Basenji

Which breed seems to have a predisposition to cancer and heart conditions?

Boxer

Boston Terriers have __________.

Brachycephalic heads that give them a smooshed-in face

Which is the smallest canine breed?

Chihuahua

Which breed has a bluish-black tongue?

Chow

This dog breed comes in 2 variations: Pembroke and Cardigan

Corgi

Dogs with ___________ ears are difficult to interpret because they are not capable of much movement.

Cropped

Which cat will you likely see most often in practice?

DSH

Which hound dog breed is pre-disposed to back problems?

Dachshund.

Which breed is prone to congenital deafness and skin allergies?

Dalmatian

When a tail is held low on the body or tucked, this is a __________ posture.

Defensive

Characteristics of a dog's eyes that you need to pay attention to are?

Direct stare or avoidance of eye contact, Pupil size, and How open the eyes are

Yawning, licking and grooming can be ____________ behaviors.

Displacement

If a dog acts fearful when you try to give him a treat, you should?

Drop the treat on the floor

A growl is always a threat.(Truse or False)

False

Asking a client if their dog is aggressive is a productive question.(True or False)

False

By gently stroking and talking softly to a dog, they will accept you within five minutes.(True or False)

False

Submissive dogs often bark or growl.(True or False)

False

Most calico cats are __________.

Female

The ___________ has a higher than average rate of hip dysplasia.

German shepherd.

Which retriever enjoys the water?

Golden retriever, Labrador retriever, and Chesapeake Bay retriever

Which hound breed is best known for racing?

Greyhound

Aggression is defined as behaviors that result in __________ of the opponent.

Harm

When attempting to lift a small dog, always control the _____?

Head

A Great Dane is a mix of a Mastiff and a/an _________?

Irish Wolfhound.

Which breed will need to be groomed regularly?

Lhasa Apso, Keeshond, and Chow

This toy breed is is less than 10 pounds and is characterized by its white, long flowing haircoat.

Maltese

The ________ cat does not have a tail.

Manx

____________ a dog's behavior while in the clinic will help the veterinarian.

Observing

A dog that is _________ aggressive may chase you down the street, but a _________ aggressive dog won't.

Offensively, defensively

Which toy breed has significant skin wrinkles and protruding eyes?

Pug

Which cat breed is good for people with allergies due to their fine haircoat?

Rex and Sphynx

Dogs communicate using?

Scent, Vocalization, and Body Posture

Which terrier breed does not make good swimmers due to their short legs?

Scottish Terrier

Hunting dogs rely on their ________.

Sense of smell.

The ____________ looks like a scaled down version of a collie.

Sheltie.

Which often misunderstood breed is restricted in some states and cities?

Staffordshire Terrier

How can you tell the difference between a defensive grin and a submissive grin?

Submissive grinning dogs have more closed eyes, Submissive grinning dogs may lick their lips, and Defensive grinning dogs keep their eyes wide open

The tabby cat has __________ lines but the tiger has ___________ lines.

Swirled, straight

A dog that is a fear biter may exhibit which sign?

Tail tucked, Avoidance of eye contact, and Pulled back upper lip

"Scrunched eyes" is a characterstic of ____________ dogs.

Threatening

A slow, methodical tail wag is a _________ posture.

Threatening

A vertically raised lip is considered a ___________ posture.

Threatening

Dogs may pant when they are anxious or stressed.(True or False)

True

Looking at a cat's nose, ears and eyes should help identify a breed.(True or False)

True

Torn clothing or red marks resulting from a bite can be viewed as a threat.(True or False)

True

Labs typically come in which color?

Yellow, black, and chocolate

Changes in a dog's mood:

can be subtle and difficult to read

In addition to observing all parts of a dog's body, you should also be aware of the __________ of their behavior.

context