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Question 1 of 10
1. ABA stands for:
Applied Behaviour Analysis
Added Behaviour Aversive
Applied Behaviour Antecedents
Aversive Behaviour Application
Question 2 of 10
2. Internet research finds that the average cost for a six-class session of dog obedience group classes across Canada in 2024 typically ranges from :
$50 - $75 per participant
$75 - $100 per participant
$100 - $150 per participant
$150 - $300 per participant
Question 3 of 10
3. What best describes 'husbandry'?
Puppy Mills
The scientific control and management of a branch of farming and especially of domestic animals.
The process of selecting a mate for a dog.
The legal ownership of a dog.
Question 4 of 10
4. A clicker is used to mark incorrect behaviour in a training session.
True
False
Question 5 of 10
5. What is positive reinforcement in dog training?
Adding an aversive stimulus to discourage a behaviour.
Adding a desirable stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behaviour being repeated.
Removing a desirable stimulus to decrease the likelihood of a behaviour being repeated.
Removing an aversive stimulus to increase the likelihood of a behaviour being repeated.
Question 6 of 10
6. What is the process of associating a specific stimulus or situation with a particular response or behaviour?
Conditioning
Negative Reinforcement
Learning
Consequence
Question 7 of 10
7. According to the internet, the average cost for a private dog training session across Canada in 2024 ranges from:
$25 - $35 per hour
$35 - $50 per hour
$50 - $75 per hour
$75 - $150 per hour
Question 8 of 10
8. Why is it important for trainers to understand the impact of stress on a dog's learning and well-being?
To create a high stress environment for better learning
To avoid addressing stress-related issues in dogs
To ensure a positive training experience for dog and guardian
To ensure the dog is exposed to all levels of stress
Question 9 of 10
9. What is the first question to ask when addressing a problem behaviour?
What does the undesirable behaviour look like?
Are the dog’s individual needs being met?
What steps can you take to resolve the issue?
How many times a day does the dog perform the behaviour?
Question 10 of 10
10. When working with reactive dogs it is important to:
Re-home the dog immediately
Focus on the safety of the dog exclusively
Seek appropriate education and collaborate with experienced professionals
Use punitive training methods for quick results