Dog Behavior & Training Glossary
Dog behavior can be confusing, especially when the same behavior gets described ten different ways online. Search by term, category, or the signs you are seeing.
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Training Concepts
Generalization
Generalization is a dog’s ability to perform a learned behavior across different people, places, positions, surfaces, distractions, and situations.
Ignores Cues in New PlacesListens at Home but Not OutsideLoss of Focus
Social and Greeting Behaviors
Greeting Frustration
Barking, pulling, whining, or lunging when a dog wants social access but cannot reach the person or dog.
BarkingJumpingPulling Toward Dogs
Canine Communication
Growling
A low vocal warning or communication signal that may indicate discomfort, fear, conflict, guarding, pain, or play.
Closed MouthIncreased Distance SeekingLow Vocalization