A complex expression of aspects of temperament.

The distance in which the dog makes the fight or flight decision.

An extreme form of suspicion - displays a fear reaction to such an extent that it is impossible for the handler to identify any particular source causing the reaction. It is a response to the whole environment.

Aggression in relation to protection of anything or anyone. It indicates the dog's readiness to use threat to protect anything it believes is his.

Display of instinctive hunting behavior. It can take the form of chasing and fighting.

The unique individual character of a dog.

The dog's reaction to touch, handling and control in proximity of objects and people.

Involves the use of threat by posture, staring, and vocalization. It can be offensive or defensive. It can be hereditary, characteristic of a breed or learned.

The likelihood of a dog to make positive decisions.

The dog's likelihood to perform requested tasks in exchange for verbal or physical praise.

The dog's threshold of reaction to stimuli.

Dog's reaction to sounds; both environmental and voice.

Behavior that is learned throughout life, it impacts behavior down the road. 8 - 14 weeks is most important time period. Can be modified but is harder the longer the behavior continues.

Behavior that is genetic - handed down from the dog's parents. Can be modified but completely suppressed.

Anything that breaks the dog's concentration from a certain required task.

Refers to the dog's general demeanor. It effects their ability to cope with stresses such as change in environment, handler or routine.

Instinctive reactions to any of the senses. When assessing you look at degree, frequency and recovery rate.

The dog's ability to cope with change. (Change of handler, environment and routine).

A combination trait with protective aggression and suspicion. It indicates a dog's willingness to protect itself in a fear based situation.

The only sensitivity that can be changed by handling?

List the 5 reasons to analyze temperament.

An excessive fear reaction to sound. Combination trait of hearing sensitivity and suspicion.

The extent to which a dog appears to be relaxed in its work and happy to perform tasks. Relates to the dog's ability to make positive decisions whether right or wrong.

Refers to the way in which a dog confirms his position position in a hierarchy or pack. It indicates the likelihood a dog will challenge to maintain its position vs. deferring to others.

A natural display by which a dog is challenging it's position in a pack hierarchy and their willingness to use threat.