Dog Encounter Safety

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Which of the following is NOT a clue that indicates the presence of a dog at a location?

Beware of Dog signs

Animal toys

Animal waste

Cat food dishes (correct)

What should officers do if they must approach a dog?

Turn their back on the dog

Ask the owner to put the dog in a secure place (correct)

Stand between the dog and its owner

Maintain eye contact

What is the purpose of Directive No. 7.2?

To provide information about officer safety

To provide information about dog encounters

To provide information about canine behavior

To provide information about tactical options for dealing with a hostile dog (correct)

When is an officer authorized to use lethal force against a dog?

To protect themselves or others from imminent threat of death or serious bodily injury Signup and view all the answers

What should officers consider when using lethal force against a dog?

The size and speed of the dog Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following tools is generally not recommended for defending against a hostile dog?

Kicks Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary target when using lethal force against a dog?

The dog's body mass Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a sign of potential hostility in a dog?

Relaxed body stance Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended tactic for officers when confronted by a hostile dog?

Remain still and face the animal Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended tool for officers to use against a hostile dog?

TASER Signup and view all the answers

Why is the use of kicking techniques against a hostile dog not recommended?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

Which of the following is NOT a clue that indicates the presence of a dog at a location?

What should officers do if they must approach a dog?

What is the purpose of Directive No. 7.2?

When is an officer authorized to use lethal force against a dog?

What should officers consider when using lethal force against a dog?

Which of the following tools is generally not recommended for defending against a hostile dog?

What is the primary target when using lethal force against a dog?

Which of the following is NOT a sign of potential hostility in a dog?

What is the recommended tactic for officers when confronted by a hostile dog?

Which of the following is NOT a recommended tool for officers to use against a hostile dog?

Why is the use of kicking techniques against a hostile dog not recommended?

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