Learning Theory Flashcards

(22 cards)

1
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What types of learning theory are there? (2)

A
  1. Classical conditioning

2. Operant conditioning

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Describe how an animal learns through classical conditioning?

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Learning through association

Eg: door bell rings, visitors are here

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What negative emotions might a dog experience as a result of classical conditioning? (2)

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Frustration when the expectation is not met

Anxiety when there is a routine prior to leaving the house

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Describe how a dog learns with operant conditioning?

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Stimulus, response, consequence

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What is positive reinforcement?

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The addition of something (eg a treat) that makes a behaviour more likely to occur in the future

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What is negative punishment?

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Removing something from the situation to make a behaviour more likely in the future
(eg owner leaving the house leading to anxiety)

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What is positive punishment?

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Adding something to the situation to make a behaviour less likely to occur in the future
(Eg: shouting at a dog, pressure on a chifney)

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What is negative punishment?

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Removing something from the situation to make a behaviour less likely to occur in the future
(Eg taking a toy away if they shred it)

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What types of operant conditioning are used in dog behaviour?

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Positive reinforcement

Negative punishment

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10
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How often should a dog be taken to the groomer?

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Every 6-8 weeks

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Name some ‘easier’ Terrier breeds

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Norfolk Terrier, Wheaten Terrier, Carin Terrier

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Name some hypoallergenic breeds

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Poodle, miniature schnauzer, water spaniels

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How may the temperament of the mother affect the puppies?

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Stress during pregnancy or lactation will limit the confidence of the puppies.
Always advise clients to ask the breeder about the temperament of the puppies

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What should a client do to prepare for bringing their puppy home?

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Prepare a consistent sleeping place
Designated toiletting areas
Crate train from day 1
Puppy proof the house eg: stair gates
Use the same brand of food as the breeder
Enforce house rules from day 1
adaption diffuser 24 h in advance 
Scent transfer eg: bring a blanket
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What is the critical period in a dog’s social maturation?

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3-5 weeks up to 12-16 weeks old

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16
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At what age does a dog become socially mature?

17
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How can you stop coprophagia?

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Run inside the house and get the dog to come with you
Distract the dog with something eg: toy
Remove poo

18
Q

What should you clean the floor with if a dog toilets on it?

A

Biological washing powder

19
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How can you stop a dog jumping up at people?

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Ignore the behaviour
Keep the dog on a lead
Reward them when they are sitting when greeted
Calm greetings
Put a hand down or bend down to greet them

20
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In what situation can the person legally responsible for a dog be convicted under the Dangerous Dogs Act?

A

The dog causes ‘reasonable apprehension of harm’

Either in a public place or on private property

21
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How can you stop mouthing?

A

Classical conditioning - redirect the behaviour on to a toy

Operant conditioning - ouch queue, stop all interactions

22
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How should you manage stealing?

A

Get the dog to trade it for a higher value item that you are making a big fuss of