Title: Identify techniques for handling an aggressive dog and cat.
Course: Veterinary Science I (18105-I) > Section: Handling Animals

Identification should include describing the steps needed to handle an aggressive animal without causing additional stress to the animal or injury to the handler.

Process/Skill Questions:

- How is a blanket or towel a useful tool when dealing with aggressive animals?
- What may cause a seemingly friendly animal to become aggressive in a crate?
- How can talking softly help calm the animal?
- Why should the handler avoid eye contact with an aggressive dog?
- A dog that is showing his teeth is not necessarily snarling. What does the submissive grin signal?
- How does a cat demonstrate aggression?  How should one handle an aggressive cat?
- How can Fear Free techniques help to determine an animal’s disposition?