Essential Dog Commands and Obedience Training Quiz

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1. Where does Patch walk in relation to you?

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In this scenario, Patch is specifically mentioned to be walking on your left, indicating the correct answer.

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Essential Dog Commands And Obedience Training Quiz - Quiz

Explore the essentials of canine behavior and training techniques. This quiz enhances your understanding of basic dog training skills like jumping, running, and catching, emphasizing practical training methods for dog owners and trainers.

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2. When should you use the command 'Patch, COME'?

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The correct answer explains the appropriate use of the command 'Patch, COME' and emphasizes the importance of positive reinforcement. Using the command to make Patch stay put, bark loudly, or jump on you would be incorrect and may result in confusion for the dog.

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3. What does the command 'Come front' entail?

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The correct answer provides specific instructions on how to utilize the command 'Come front' when calling Patch to come.

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4. What is the command 'Sit' used for?

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The 'Sit' command is specifically used to instruct Patch to sit down and not for other actions like fetching or jumping. It is essential to use the command clearly and consistently to ensure Patch understands the desired behavior.

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5. What command should be used when you want Patch to lie down?

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The correct command to use when you want a dog to lie down is 'Down'. It is important to use consistent commands for specific actions to avoid confusion in training.

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6. When should you use the command 'Wait' while playing with Patch?

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The correct answer explains that the 'Wait' command is specifically to prevent Patch from following you, as opposed to executing other commands like sitting down, fetching an item, or rolling over.

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7. What does the command 'Stay' mean when used with Patch?

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The command 'Stay' is used to instruct Patch to remain in one place without moving.

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8. When to use the command 'off'?

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The command 'off' is specifically used to instruct Patch to get off you or the bed.

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9. When is it appropriate to use the phrase 'Leave it'?

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The phrase 'Leave it' is commonly used to instruct someone or a pet like Patch to refrain from interacting with or touching something. It is not used to instruct someone to take action, clean up, or bark loudly.

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10. What does 'under' mean in the context of training a dog?

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In dog training, the command 'under' is used to instruct the dog to go beneath or below a specific object, usually to lie down or stay in that position.

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11. What does the command 'Go get it' mean?

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The command 'Go get it' is specifically used when you want Patch to retrieve an object like a ball or toy.

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12. When is the term 'tug' commonly used?

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The term 'tug' is most commonly used when referring to the game Tug-of-war, where two teams pull on opposite ends of a rope to see who can drag the other across a central line first.

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13. When should you use the command 'Give it' with Patch?

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The correct answer specifies the correct usage of the command 'Give it' with Patch, indicating that it is used when you want Patch to relinquish something he should not have.

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Where does Patch walk in relation to you?
When should you use the command 'Patch, COME'?
What does the command 'Come front' entail?
What is the command 'Sit' used for?
What command should be used when you want Patch to lie down?
When should you use the command 'Wait' while playing with Patch?
What does the command 'Stay' mean when used with Patch?
When to use the command 'off'?
When is it appropriate to use the phrase 'Leave it'?
What does 'under' mean in the context of training a dog?
What does the command 'Go get it' mean?
When is the term 'tug' commonly used?
When should you use the command 'Give it' with Patch?
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