Dog Training Canine Ethology and Communication 2

Question 1

A dog yawns repeatedly while sitting at the vet's waiting room, though it is not tired. What is this most likely signaling?

Accepted Answer

Stress or appeasement

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Hunger

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Dominance

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Playfulness

Question 2

What does a 'play bow' (front legs lowered, rear raised) most reliably communicate?

Accepted Answer

An invitation to play

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A threat display

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Submission to a higher-ranking dog

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Territorial warning

Question 3

A dog turns its head away and licks its lips when a stranger leans over it. These are best described as:

Accepted Answer

Calming/appeasement signals

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Predatory cues

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Signs of aggression

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Boredom indicators

Question 4

What does 'whale eye' (showing the whites of the eyes) typically indicate?

Accepted Answer

Stress, fear, or discomfort

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Relaxed contentment

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An invitation to play

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Sleepiness

Question 5

A wagging tail held low and moving in a slow, wide sweep most likely communicates:

Accepted Answer

A relaxed, friendly mood

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Imminent aggression

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Acute fear

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Predatory focus

Question 6

Ethologically, what is the primary function of canine scent-marking with urine?

Accepted Answer

Communicating identity and territory to other dogs

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Cleaning the bladder more efficiently

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Cooling the body in heat

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Attracting prey

Question 7

A dog freezes stiffly with a closed mouth and hard stare while guarding a bone. This posture signals:

Accepted Answer

Resource guarding and a warning

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Friendly invitation

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Appeasement

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Relaxation