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Veterinary Technician

Category - Animal Care

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Which of the following statements would be an example of Aversive Conditioning?

Feeding a horse inside of a trailer in order to decrease fear
Potty training a puppy by taking them outside frequently
Shock collars used with invisible fence systems
Using treats to trick train a horse

Explanation

Answer: C - Shock collars used with invisible fence systems is an example of Aversive Conditioning. Whenever a dog approaches the property boundary, a negative stimulus (delivered in the form of a shock) is instantaneously administered to the pet. The goal of aversive conditioning is to reduce the likelihood that an undesirable behavior will be repeated in the future.

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