How do you behave when you feel worried?
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What can help a dog feel brave?
Being told “stop it”
Practice in small steps
Never trying again
When you are worried, what does it feel like in your body?
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Are you worried about anything right now?
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Do you have trouble falling asleep at night? If so, why?
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What helps a dog’s worry get smaller over time?
Avoiding everything
Being rushed
Practising with support
Is a dog’s worry brain always telling the truth?
Sometimes it gets it wrong
Yes, always
What helps a dog feel safe in new places?
Familiar person / Slow steps
Do you feel like your friends/family are support you when you're worried? Why/ why not?
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Have you ever worried about something that ended up not being a big deal?
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Which dog is bigger?
Chihuahua
German Shepherd
What is the bravest choice for a nervous dog?
Doing everything at once
Taking small steps
Giving up forever
If a dog feels nervous, what might help them?
Owner nearby / Calm voice / Hiding place
Do dogs ever have worries?
Only naughty dogs
Yes, everyone has worries!
No, never
What is something you can do to feel better when you feel worried?
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If a worry says “something bad WILL happen,” that is…
A fact
A rule
A guess
What are some jobs a dog does?
Guard dog / Police dog / Guide dog
What helps a dog feel brave?
Practice / Support / Treats
If a dog keeps a worry inside, what usually happens?
It gets smaller
It disappears forever
It stays the same or grows
If a dog is scared of new places, what helps most?
Being forced
Having a trusted person nearby
Going very fast
Which dog is usually fluffier?
Poodle
Dalmatian
What do you think about when you feel worried?
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What might a dog think when it’s anxious?
“I’m safe”
“This is fun”
“Something bad might happen”
What helps a dog’s worry feel lighter?
Keeping it secret
Sharing with a safe human
Pretending it’s not there
A dog might feel scared when…
Loud noises / Alone / Thunder
How can you tell if a dog is worried?
Hiding / Shaking / Quiet
What are three things you worry about?
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If a dog feels anxious, is it…
Having a normal feeling
Being naughty
Broken
What is the difference between feeling worried and feeling scared?
Fear is an intense biological response to immediate danger, while worry is an emotion regarding things we think may happen.
What helps a nervous dog calm down?
Being left alone forever
A calm voice and pats
Being yelled at
How could someone else tell that you are worried about something?
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How does a dog’s body feel when it’s scared?
Sleepy
Tight or shaky
Loose and calm
How might a dog look when it feels nervous?
Sleeping
Hiding or shaking
Wagging tail and jumping
Which dog is more likely to live on a farm?
French Bulldog
Border Collie