Dog behaviour

Description

Natural behavioural patterns of dogs, how normal and abnormal behaviour might be expressed according to dog breeds, environment, human-animal interaction and occupation.

Alternative labels

behaviour of dogs
dog behaviour
dogs behaviour
canine behaviour

Skill type

knowledge

Skill reusability level

cross-sector

Relationships with occupations

Essential knowledge

Dog behaviour is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:

Dog trainer: Dog trainers train animals and/or dog handlers for general and specific purposes, including assistance, security, leisure, competition, transportation, obedience and routine handling, entertainment and education, in accordance with national legislation.
Guide dog instructor: Guide dog instructors train dogs to be responsible in guiding blind people to travel effectively. They plan the training sessions, match guide dogs with their clients and ensure overall routine care of the training dogs. Guide dog instructors also provide advice to the blind people in the use of techniques that facilitate dog’s travel skills and mobility.

Optional knowledge

Dog behaviour is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.

Animal trainer: Animal trainers train animals and/or animal handlers for general and specific purposes, including assistance, security, leisure, competition, transportation, obedience and routine handling, entertainment and education, in accordance with national legislation.

 


 

References

  1. Dog behaviour – ESCO

 

Last updated on September 20, 2022