K-9 Training and Housing Policy Quiz

Questions and Answers

What is the suggested policy for housing your K-9?

K9 is not a pet; it's a working dog. 2. Kennel area should be constructed so K-9 will be secured; not a liability. 3. Only the person working the K-9 should be the handler. 4. K-9 should never be left alone with kids, not even the handler's kids. 5. When K-9 is in the house it should be supervised at all times. 6. When off-duty, K-9 should not be in POV or public area. 7. K9 is the handler's responsibility.

What breed of dogs are focused on in the context of the training?

Belgian Malinois

What is the prime method by which a dog learns new actions?

Repetition

What characteristic is essential for a dog handler to possess?

Patience Signup and view all the answers

What are the six basic needs of dogs? (Select all that apply)

Oxygen Signup and view all the answers

What are the two basic instincts seen in a dog's behavior? (Select all that apply)

Species preservation Signup and view all the answers

What does 'sensory threshold' refer to in K-9 behavior?

It refers to the K-9's nervous system and the amount of stimuli required to obtain a reaction. Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between high sensory threshold and low sensory threshold?

High sensory threshold requires a large amount of stimuli to obtain a reaction, while low sensory threshold requires a small amount of stimuli. Signup and view all the answers

What drives are essential for selecting a solid detection dog?

Hunt, Air scent, Retrieve, Prey, Activity, Play, Trainability. Signup and view all the answers

What is modular training?

A short, concise training session individually structured to train the dog in one facet of a finished product. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the reward important to the dog?

Paycheck theory, he works for it so pay him. Signup and view all the answers

What are the three F's for a good K-9 relationship?

Fun, Fair, Firm Signup and view all the answers

What are the five tones of voice in dog training?

Command - monotone bark; Correction - low growl; Permissive - high to low; Praise - happy higher enthusiastic; Agitation - suspicious whisper. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'unintentional training'?

The teaching of inappropriate behaviors that were not intended to be taught. Signup and view all the answers

What does 'cursory search' refer to?

The first pass. Signup and view all the answers

Who is Max van Stephanitz?

He attended the earliest dog show in Germany and purchased a herding dog; the dog was the first German Shepherd registered with Verein. Signup and view all the answers

What are the character traits associated with K-9s?

Courage, Confidence, Sharpness, Hardness, Temperament, Genetics. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'courage' in the context of K-9 behavior?

The absence of fear towards objects or situations. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'confidence' in K-9 training?

A feeling of security and self-reliance. Signup and view all the answers

What is 'sharpness'?

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Study Notes

K-9 Housing Policy

K-9s are working dogs, not pets.
Secure kennel area to avoid liability.
Only designated handler should manage the K-9.
K-9s must not be left alone with children.
Supervision required when K-9 is indoors.
K-9s should not be in personal vehicles or public areas when off-duty.
Handlers are responsible for K-9s at all times.

Dog Breed and Training

Belgian Malinois is a primary breed used for K-9 work.
Repetition is essential for teaching new actions.
Patience is a crucial characteristic for a dog handler.

Basic Needs and Instincts

Dogs have six basic needs: food, water, oxygen, socialization, shelter, prey/kill.
Two basic instincts are self-preservation and species preservation.

Sensory Threshold

Sensory threshold refers to stimuli level needed for a reaction.
High sensory threshold requires significant stimuli for response.
Low sensory threshold reacts to minimal stimuli.

Drive and Obedience

Drive stems from genetics and ancestry; it's an impulse to react.
Obedience serves as the foundation for all training.
Two obedience training types are compulsive correction and inductive coercion.

Training Techniques

Compulsive correction is quick but fear-based.
Avoidance behavior arises from total compulsion.
Inductive coercion focuses on positive reinforcement rather than punishment.

Detection Dog Selection

Essential drives in detection dogs include hunt, air scent, retrieve, prey, activity, play, and trainability.

Training Sessions and Vocal Commands

Modular training involves concise, focused sessions.
Five vocal tones for communication: command (monotone bark), correction (low growl), permissive (high to low), praise (enthusiastic), agitation (suspicious whisper).

Reward and Unintentional Training

Rewards linked to payoff for effort, known as the paycheck theory.
Unintentional training can lead to inappropriate behaviors arising unintentionally.

K-9 Relationships and Search Techniques

Three F's for a successful K-9 relationship: fun, fair, firm.
Cursory search is the initial pass during a search operation.

Behavioral Modification

Titration refers to the necessary correction level to modify behavior.
Character traits of K-9s include courage, confidence, sharpness, hardness, temperament, and genetics.

Character Traits Defined

Courage: Absence of fear in situations.
Confidence: Security and self-reliance.
Sharpness: (Definition not provided).

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Test your knowledge on K-9 housing policies and training essentials. This quiz covers the responsibilities of K-9 handlers, basic needs of dogs, and training techniques for working dogs. Perfect for anyone involved in K-9 operations or training programs.