AAT Animal Welfare and Handling 2

Question 1

Which of the Five Freedoms of animal welfare addresses the need for animals to express normal behavioral patterns?

Accepted Answer

Freedom to express normal behavior

Answer

The Five Freedoms include 'Freedom to express normal behavior,' which requires sufficient space, proper facilities, and company of the animal's own kind.

Question 2

When a therapy dog shows whale eye (visible whites of the eyes), the handler should:

Accepted Answer

Immediately remove the animal from the situation

Answer

Whale eye is a stress signal indicating the dog is uncomfortable; the handler must remove the animal to prevent escalation or a bite.

Question 3

A therapy cat begins grooming excessively during a session. This behavior most likely indicates:

Accepted Answer

The cat is experiencing stress or discomfort

Answer

Excessive grooming (displacement grooming) in cats during AAT sessions is a stress response indicating the animal should be given a break.

Question 4

What is the recommended minimum rest period for a therapy animal between AAT sessions to prevent burnout?

Accepted Answer

15–20 minutes

Answer

Most AAT guidelines recommend at least 15–20 minutes of rest between sessions to allow the animal to decompress and recover.

Question 5

Which handling technique is considered best practice when introducing a therapy animal to a new client?

Accepted Answer

Let the animal approach the client at its own pace

Answer

Allowing the animal to approach voluntarily respects its autonomy and reduces stress, making interactions safer and more effective.

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AAT Animal Welfare and Handling 2