Anxiety and Hyperarousal in Dogs

Which emotion is characterized by destructive behavior, like that shown in this image?

• Anxiety

• Hyperarousal

• Both Anxiety and Hyperarousal

Answer explanation

Destructive behavior is a characteristic of both anxiety and hyperarousal in dags.

Circle the action that is NOT a sign of hyperarousal in dogs.

Answer explanation

Trembling is not a sign of hyperarousal in dogs.

Describe three physical indicators that a dog is experiencing anxiety.

Answer explanation

Dogs experiencing anxiety might show physical signs of tense muscles, raised hackles, tight lips, enlarged pupils, and lowered tail. They also might begin to drool, pace, shake or tremble, lick themselves, pant, whine and whimper. Furthermore, they could go to the bathroom in the house, scratch at the door, attempt to escape, destroy things, and bark excessively.

A dog who is hyperaroused might show excessive ___________.

Answer explanation

A dog who is hyperaroused might show excessive friendliness.

Which emotion do all of the images indicate the dog is feeling?

• Anxiety

• Hyperarousal

Answer explanation

The images indicate the dog is feeling anxiety.