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Unit 1 Review Flashcards

1
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anthropomorphism

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The attribution of human characteristics to nonhuman objects.

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behavior

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Any activity that is or can be made voluntary through conditioning.

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biological evolution

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The process of change and diversification of living things over time.

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brisket

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The sternum, or breastbone; in some breeds, the entire thorax.

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5
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canine hip dysplasia

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An abnormality of the ball and socket joint of the hip.

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carpus (carpal joint)

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The bones of the wrist.

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chest

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The part of the body or trunk that’s enclosed by the ribs.

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Companion Dog (CD)

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The Novice title, awarded through the AKC, earned by achieving three qualifying scores in three different trials by three different judges.

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Companion Dog Excellent (CDX)

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The Open title, awarded through the AKC, earned after completing the CD.

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croup

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The region of the pelvic girdle, formed by the sacrum and surrounding tissue.

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cynologist

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A person who studies dogs.

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dominance

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Referring to the relative position of an individual in a social hierarchy.

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13
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domestication

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The ability of animals to live in an environment controlled by humans.

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ecology

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The interrelationship of organisms and their environment.

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elbow

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The joint in the front leg where the upper arm meets the forearm.

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ethology

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The study of whole patterns of animal behavior in natural environments, stressing the analysis of adaptation and the evolution of the patterns.

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17
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flews

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The pendulous lateral part of the upper lip, particularly at the inner corners.

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forearm

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The portion of the forelimb between the upper arm and the carpus, including the radius and the ulna.

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genetic drift

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Refers to evolutionary variation due to accidents of chance.

20
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hip

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The joint where the femur (thigh bone) fits into the pelvic girdle.

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hock

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The collection of bones of the hind leg forming the joint between the second thigh and the metatarsus; equivalent to a human’s ankle.

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lips

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The fleshy portions of the upper and lower jaws covering the teeth.

23
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loin

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The area of the body behind the ribs and before the hip.

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morphology

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The form and structure of an organism or any of its parts.

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mutation

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A basic, significant, and relatively permanent change in the genetic makeup of an organism.

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muzzle

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The head in front of the eyes, including nasal bones, nostrils, and jaws.

27
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National Association of Dog Obedience Instructors (NADOI)

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An endorsing body for qualified obedience instructors, as well as an educational resource.

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natural selection

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A natural process that results in the survival and reproductive success of individuals or groups best adjusted to the surrounding environment.

29
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Obedience Trial Champion (OTCh)

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The highest title in obedience competition.

30
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occiput

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The dorsal, posterior point of the skull.

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pastern

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The metacarpal bones of the front leg between the carpus and the foot and the metatarsal bones and the hind leg between the hock and the foot.

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positive reinforcement

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strengthening a behavior by presenting a desirable consequence.

33
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Schutzhund

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A comprehensive test initially developed to evaluate the German Shepherd Dog for breeding and working purposes. Now a popular sport, Schutzhund trials test a working dog’s abilities in tracking, obedience, and protection work.

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shoulder

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The joint in the forequarters formed where the shoulder blade and arm meet.

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stifle

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The joint of the hind leg between the thigh and the second thigh; the equivalent of the human knee.

36
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symbiosis

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The ability of organisms to live together in a mutually beneficial environment.

37
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tail set

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How the tail base sets on the rump.

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taxonomy

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The classification of organisms into different categories on the basis of their individual physical, genetic, and biochemical relationships to one another.

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thigh

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The hindquarters from hip to stifle.

40
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topline

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A dog’s outline from just behind the withers to the tail set.

41
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tuck up

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A noticeably shallow loin depth; equivalent to being small-waisted in a human.

42
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Utility Dog (UD)

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Awarded through the AKC, earned after completing the CD and CDX titles.

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Utility Dog Excellent (UDX)

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Awarded through the AKC, earned after completing the UD title.

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withers

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The area along the spine between the uppermost portion of the shoulder blades.

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