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What to Do When a Dog Tries to Bite: A Pet Sitter’s Guide

Handling an aggressive dog can be intimidating, especially when you’re alone and need to calm the dog down. This quiz will test your knowledge on how to respond when a dog shows signs of aggression or attempts to bite. Learn how to read canine body language, de-escalate tense situations, and protect yourself while keeping the dog as calm as possible.

Whether you’re a seasoned pet sitter or just starting out, this quiz will help you gauge your readiness for handling challenging encounters with dogs.

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1. What is the first thing you should do if a dog shows signs of aggression? A) Approach the dog slowly and calmly B) Yell at the dog to scare it C) Ignore the dog and walk away D) Run away as fast as you can

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2. If a dog growls or shows its teeth, what should you do? A) Stand still and avoid eye contact B) Run away immediately D) Try to scare the dog by making loud noises C) Reach out to pet the dog to show you mean no harm

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3. How should you position your body if a dog seems aggressive? A) Face the dog with your body fully towards it B) Turn your back to the dog C) Stand sideways to appear less threatening D) Bend down to the dog’s level

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4. If a dog lunges toward you, what’s the best course of action? A) Scream at the dog to stop B) Move quickly out of its range and back away slowly C) Run in the opposite direction D) Push the dog away

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5. When handling a dog that’s showing aggression, how should you speak to it? A) Yell to assert dominance B) Speak loudly and excitedly to distract the dog C) Use a calm, firm voice D) Stay silent and don’t make any noise

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6. If a dog is approaching you aggressively, how should you protect yourself? A) Keep your hands free and try to pet the dog to calm it B) Kick the dog to scare it away C) Use an object, like a leash or bag, to create a barrier between you and the dog D) Try to push the dog away physically

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7. What should you avoid doing when a dog is showing aggression? A) Making sudden movements or loud noises B) Keeping calm and moving slowly C) Moving towards the dog with a friendly gesture D) Avoiding direct eye contact

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8. If you find yourself in a situation where a dog is about to bite, what is your best option? A) Get close to the dog to show it you are not a threat B) Immediately try to grab the dog by the collar C) Get to a safe area and call for help D) Attempt to pet the dog to calm it down

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9. How should you react if a dog snaps at you without making contact? A) Back away slowly and assess the dog’s body language B) Keep moving closer to show you are the alpha C) Yell at the dog to stop D) Try to grab the dog’s mouth to prevent future snapping

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10. If a dog continues to act aggressively after you’ve backed away, what should you do next? A) Confront the dog to show you are in charge B) Continue to back away slowly, looking for an exit C) Ignore it and proceed with your task D) Try to pet the dog to calm it down

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11. If a dog tries to bite you during pet sitting, what should be your immediate response? A) Stay calm and assess if the dog is in pain or scared B) Yell at the dog to stop C) Call the dog’s owner or emergency contact to assess the situation D) Keep trying to pet the dog to calm it down

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12. How can you reduce the chance of a dog trying to bite you in the future? A) Ignore the dog’s behavior and continue as usual B) Rush through your tasks without giving the dog attention C) Spend time with the dog before interacting, and learn its body language D) Always raise your voice to show authority

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13. If a dog is on a leash and showing aggression, what is the best way to handle it? A) Hold the leash tightly and stand your ground B) Try to move the leash out of the dog’s way C) Maintain a distance and let the dog calm down before approaching again D) Pull the dog closer to show it you mean no harm

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14. When in doubt about a dog’s behavior, what’s the best action? A) Trust your instincts and remove yourself from the situation B) Try to calm the dog by offering treats C) Immediately grab the dog by the collar D) Call for help from an experienced dog handler or the owner

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15. After an aggressive encounter, what should you do if a dog has bitten you? A) Clean the bite, apply pressure, and seek medical attention if needed B) Ignore the injury and continue pet sitting C) Report the incident to the dog’s owner D) Leave without informing anyone

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