Behavior Traits

"Success in assistance training" for dogs refers to the achievement of specific training goals that enable a dog to perform tasks that assist a person with disabilities or specific needs. This success is measured by the dog’s ability to consistently and reliably perform these tasks in various environments, demonstrating a high level of obedience, intelligence, and adaptability.Learn More

A dog who exhibits more attachment often maintains proximity to the owner or household members, seeks affection, and may become agitated if attention is diverted to others. Learn More

Dogs who exhibit increased barking often persistently bark when alarmed or excited.Learn More

Dogs are more likely to chase will often pursue cats, birds, and/or other small animals, given the opportunity.Learn More

Dogs that are more aggressive might exhibit threatening or aggressive responses when approached directly by unfamiliar dogsLearn More

Fearful or wary responses to sudden or loud noises, traffic, and unfamiliar objects and situations in environment.Learn More

Dogs with more energy often exhibit energetic, boisterous, and/or playful behavior.Learn More

Escapes and roams from home or yard, given the opportunity.Learn More

Dogs who are more excitable will often react to exciting or arousing events, such as going for walks or car trips, doorbells, arrival of visitors, or the owner arriving home; difficulty settling down after such events.Learn More

Dogs with familiar dog aggression may display aggressive behavior toward dogs they recognize but do not share a household. This can occur with dogs they frequently encounter on walks or during playdates, and is characterized by aggression toward dogs with whom they have previously interacted.Learn More

Threatening or aggressive responses to the owner or other members of the household when challenged, manhandled, stared at, stepped over, or when approached while in possession of food or objects.Learn More

Rivalry Aggression refers to aggressive behaviors directed towards other dogs within the same household. This type of aggression includes actions like growling, snapping, or fighting over resources such as food, toys, or the owner's attention. It's primarily about disputes among dogs that share the same living space.Learn More

Vocalizing and/ or destructive behavior when separated from the owner, including signs of anxiety - restlessness, loss of appetite, trembling, and excessive salivation. Learn More

Stranger-directed Aggression refers to threatening or aggressive responses to strangers approaching or invading the dog’s or owner’s personal space, territory, or home.Learn More

Urinates when left alone at night, or during the daytime. Learn More

Fearful or wary responses when approached directly by strange or unfamiliar people.Learn More

Dogs with Stress at veterinarian might show heightened anxiety when visiting the vet. Learn More

Fearful or wary responses to potentially painful or uncomfortable procedures, including bathing, grooming, nail- clipping, and veterinary examinations.Learn More

Dogs that are more stubborn might exhibit an unillingness to attend to the owner, struggle to obey simple commands, fetch objects, and ignore distracting stimuli.Learn More

Dogs that are more aggressive might exhibit threatening or aggressive responses when approached directly by unfamiliar dogs.Learn More