Canine Behavior Flashcards
Explain the consequences of associative learning.
Appearance of the veterinarian initially a neutral stimulus —-> restrain/pain unconditioned stimulus —–> fear unconditioned response
AFTER multiple visits
veterinarian becomes conditioned stimulus and fear becomes conditioned response
What is indicative of fear and anxiety upon physical examination?
Increased heartrate
Increased respiratory rate
Difficulty hearing the heart
What is indicative of fear and anxiety upon laboratory evaluation?
Increased glucose levels
Increased WBC
What types of body language can you observe from a distance?
Body stance
What types of signals should you look for with stress?
Visual/Postural
Auditory
Olfactory
Tactile
What are examples of fear responses that are subtle?
Licking lips, panting, brow furrowed, pacing, moving in slow motion
Ear fear response?
Pushed back
Example of eye response to fear? Nickname for one?
Dilated pupils; whale eye
Stare
Looking away
Mouth fear response?
Showing teeth; panting; submissive grin
Tail fear response?
Tucked tail, tail pointing straight up, wagging
Posture fear response?
Curved, laying on back, forward stance
What is piloerection?
Hair standing up on back
Examples of gestures that display a fear response?
Lip lick, tongue flick, yawn, raised paw
Steps to alleviate fear?
OBSERVE patient for respiration, posture, signaling
Call TIME if signs persist
What is the socialization period of dogs?
3-16 weeks
How to create a positive physical environment? Examples?
Allow dog to stay where most comfortable i.e.. ground
Using non slip mats
How should you NOT greet a dog? What should you do?
- Lean over and stick hand in face
- Lean over and stick hand on head
- Don’t grab or hug dog
Avoid face on approaches
What type of muzzles are best?
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