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For each dog you test, record the age, gender, and results for the following tests of paw preference. Have the dog sit for you.
Extend a hand and give the command "shake" or "shake a paw."
Record which paw the dog places on your hand.
Take a short break, allowing the dog to get up and move around.
Have the dog sit for you again and repeat the test. Do at least three tests with your right hand and at least three tests with your left hand.
Does the dog always respond with the same paw? Does it matter which hand you offer to the dog?
Place a treat (or toy) inside a tube large enough for the dog's paw, but too small for its mouth.
Show the dog the treat, then place the tube down in front of the dog.
Observe the dog's behavior. If he tries to extract the treat from the tube, which paw does it use?
As an alternative to placing a treat in a tube, you can put it underneath a piece of furniture, where it can only be retrieved by the dog with his hand.
2007-03-17
03:33:51
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pammy
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