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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What area of a dog's body is considered a form of dominance if petted?

2. Does McConnell believe that generalizations about breeds are correct?

3. Why does McConnell dislike her least favorite responsibility?

4. What is a primate way of socializing?

5. What are show dogs typically bred for?

Short Essay Questions

1. How can a person gauge a puppy's personality before she or he adopts or buys one?

2. What advice does McConnell give to a person grieving over the loss of a pet?

3. How does a person spot submissiveness in a dog, and why is it important?

4. Why do behavior problems arise when dogs are always given what they want?

5. What is the difference between breed and personality?

6. What steps should an owner take to curb unwanted behavior?

7. What are the differences between the way humans and dogs show affection, and why is it significant?

8. What is an alpha rollover and why does McConnell advise against it?

9. What is rehoming and why is it sometimes necessary?

10. Why is a bored dog a dangerous dog?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss how a prospective owner should choose a dog.

1) Where should prospective owners look?

2) What qualities should a prospective owner look for in a dog?

3) What considerations should a prospective owner make before adopting or buying a dog?

Essay Topic 2

Define and discuss paedomorphism.

1) Why are both humans and dogs paedomorphic?

2) Provide five example of paedomorphism in humans and 5 examples in dogs.

3) What is the relationship between paedomorphic behavior and mental and physical well-being?

Essay Topic 3

According to McConnell, rehoming is sometimes necessary. Provide two examples of rehoming from the book. Do you agree or disagree with McConnell's point of view?

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