How much do you know about dog body language, behavior, and training?

Test Your Dog Knowledge

Do you really understand your furry friend? Take this quiz to explore your knowledge of dog body language, behavior, and training techniques!

10 Questions2 MinutesCreated by WaggingTail42

1. A dog that wags his tail is a happy dog.

Yes, of course! Common knowledge. That's how we can tell dogs are happy.

No. They're scared.

Not always.

2. Is this dog feeling guilty?

Yes! Look at what he has done to the place! He/she looks just like a guilty person does.

The dog in the picture is not exhibiting signs of guilt in dogs.

3. Which of these best describes “puppy socialization”?

Go to a dog park and meet a lot of dogs.

Introduce puppy to a variety of dogs, animals, people, gentle handling, surfaces, household items in a safe, fun, and controlled exposure.

Enroll in doggy daycare.

4. Do dogs need discipline and a firm leader or to be dominated to behave?

Yes. Humans have to be dominant to dogs to prevent uncontrolled behavior. Too much love and not enough discipline will lead to dogs misbehaving.

No. Dogs need guidance and consistency.

5. Yes or No: A tired dog is a good dog.

Yes, he will have used his energy.

Not necessarily.

7. My dog jumps on me. Is he trying to be the alpha?

No, he hasn’t been taught a human-polite way to greet me.

Yes, he’s trying to get on my level and to show me who’s in charge.

8. Do dogs form packs?

Yes, and human must be the leader of the pack.

Not in the way most people think of a pack.

9. What should you do when your dog growls?

Punish him to teach him not to growl.

Find out why he growls and address the cause.

10. True or False: Dogs pull on a leash because they think they’re the boss, AND harness causes a dog to pull.

True and true

True and false

False and true

False and false