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What is a key aspect of handler-dog communication mentioned in the text?
What is a key aspect of handler-dog communication mentioned in the text?
- Reinforcing commands with treats (correct)
- Ensuring the dog is always off-leash
- Using complex hand signals
- Following a strict routine during travel
In the context of the text, what is a possible consequence of not properly teaching stay commands to a dog?
In the context of the text, what is a possible consequence of not properly teaching stay commands to a dog?
- The dog may refuse to walk on certain surfaces
- The dog may become anxious around strangers
- The dog may engage in destructive behaviors
- The dog may run away when off-leash (correct)
What is an example of a distraction mentioned in the text that a dog may encounter?
What is an example of a distraction mentioned in the text that a dog may encounter?
- Passing through a construction zone
- Glass blocks over a commercial kitchen (correct)
- Walking on cobblestones
- Walking on linoleum flooring
What behavior should a dog exhibit when around food products according to the text?
What behavior should a dog exhibit when around food products according to the text?
What is an essential part of OBEDIENCE EVALUATION as mentioned in the text?
What is an essential part of OBEDIENCE EVALUATION as mentioned in the text?
Why is it important for a handler to have knowledge of the dog's routine toileting habits?
Why is it important for a handler to have knowledge of the dog's routine toileting habits?
What does the handler do to positively reinforce the dog's behavior according to the text?
What does the handler do to positively reinforce the dog's behavior according to the text?
What is a primary purpose of behavioral assessment for service dogs?
What is a primary purpose of behavioral assessment for service dogs?
Why is it important for a service dog to have good focus and attention towards their handler?
Why is it important for a service dog to have good focus and attention towards their handler?
What is one key aspect of a service dog's behavior that needs to be evaluated during behavioral assessment?
What is one key aspect of a service dog's behavior that needs to be evaluated during behavioral assessment?
Why should service dogs remain well-behaved around others according to the text?
Why should service dogs remain well-behaved around others according to the text?
What is a common purpose of obedience evaluation for service dogs?
What is a common purpose of obedience evaluation for service dogs?
What is the primary purpose of obedience evaluations for service dogs?
What is the primary purpose of obedience evaluations for service dogs?
Why are public simulations important in service dog training?
Why are public simulations important in service dog training?
During obedience evaluations, what kind of situations are dogs tested for?
During obedience evaluations, what kind of situations are dogs tested for?
What do trainers aim to achieve by exposing dogs to public simulations?
What do trainers aim to achieve by exposing dogs to public simulations?
Why is it essential for service dogs to showcase excellent obedience skills?
Why is it essential for service dogs to showcase excellent obedience skills?
