Puppy Life
True or False: Guide dog puppies are born already trained
False - guide dog puppy training begins in the puppy center where they are socialized with different things.
What do guide dogs wear when they are working?
What do dogs do when they are hot to cool down?
What is the name of the dog in The Grinch?
Max
What is the name for a person who raises a guide dog puppy for GDB?
Puppy raiser
This term describes the activities given to puppies in kennels to support their mental stimulation and well-being.
Enrichment
What part of a dog's body do they use to help balance when turning or running?
Their tail
What breed of dog is Scooby-Doo?
A Great Dane
What is the color of the vest that guide dog puppies wear while training?
Green
What is one command a guide dog might follow while working?
Forward, turn (left/right), sit, stay, hop up, heel.
True or False: Dogs have three eyelids.
True - a dog's third eyelid is called a "haw" and protects the dog's eyes from debris, scratches, and dryness.
True or False: In the movie, Up, Dug the dog is able to talk because he was born with the ability to speak like a human.
False: Dug can talk because of a special collar he wears that translates his thoughts.
Name a place a guide dog puppy might visit to get used to different environments?
Grocery store, restaurants, airports, offices, busy streets or sidewalks.
True or False: While a guide dog is working, it's okay to approach and pet them.
False - Because it distracts the job from doing their job.
How do dogs use their tongue to drink water differently than humans?
They scoop water backward with their tongue.
What is the name of the 3 headed dog in the movie: Harry Potter and The Sorcerer's Stone?
Fluffy
Taking guide dog puppies out into the world to help them become comfortable in new places is called what?
Socialization
This type of training teaches guide dog puppies that good behavior—like staying calm or following commands—earns rewards like treats or praise.
Positive Reinforcement
Why do dogs have a wet nose?
To help trap scent particles and improve their sense of smell. The moisture also helps a little with cooling during hotter temperatures.
What breed of dog is Beethoven from the movie Beethoven?
Saint Bernard