WHAT DOES MY WarReadyK9 HOME TEMPERAMENT SCORE MEAN?

Warreadyk9 temperament scores are interpreted as follows:

5.0-5.9

• These pups will have a Strong desire to be the boss and is not shy about going for the top spot
• Has a predisposition to be human and dog aggressive and will bite.
• Should only be placed into a very experienced handler where the dog will be trained and worked on a regular basis

4.0-4.9

• These pups will have leadership aspirations.
• May be hard to manage and has the capacity to bite.
• Has lots of self-confidence.
• Should not be placed into an inexperienced home.
• Too unruly to be good with children and elderly people, or other animals.
• Needs strict schedule, loads of exercise and lots of training.
• Has the potential to be a great working dog with someone who understands dog behavior and working dogs mentality

3.0-3.9

• Can be a high-energy dog and may need lots of exercise.
• Good with people and other animals.
• Can be a bit of a handful to live with.
• Needs training, does very well at it and learns quickly.
• Great dog for second time dog owner.

2.0-2.9

• The kind of dog that makes the perfect pet.
• Best choice for the first-time owner.
• Rarely will buck for a promotion in the family.
• Easy to train, and rather quiet.
• Good with elderly people, children, although may need protection from the children.
• Choose this pup, take it to obedience classes, and you’ll be the stud of the class!
• Low maintenance.

1.0-1.9

• Fearful, shy and needs special handling.
• Will run away at the slightest stress in its life.
• Strange people, strange places, different floor or ground surfaces may upset it.
• Often afraid of loud noises and terrified of thunderstorms. When you greet it upon your return, may submissively urinate.
• Needs a very special home where the environment doesn’t change too much and where there are no children.
• Best for a quiet, elderly couple.
• If cornered and cannot get away, has a tendency to bite in fear

Warreadyk9 Trait Tested:

Human assertiveness:
The pup’s reaction to meeting and greeting a new human.

Self Confidence:
The pup’s believe in his/her own abilities and general outlook at new situations and surroundings.

Workability:
The pup’s motivation and desires to with and for a handler. ie; biddability, motivation level.

Nerves/ situational stability:
The pup’s resiliency and ability to adapt and handle situational stress.

Touch tolerance:
The pup’s acceptance of physical contact by handler.

Energy level:
The pups overall mood and display of activity when engaged with the handler and when left alone.

Sight sensory level:
The pup’s visual reaction to changes in environmental stimulus.

Sound sensory level:
The pup’s reaction to auditory changes in the environment.

Prey drive:
The pups willingness to chase catch and bite/grip items in its mouth.

Pack drive:
The pup’s ability to focus on the handler and the connection they have during interactions.

Compassion level:
The pup’s internal ability to be caring and sympathetic and responsive.

Canine engagement level:
The pup’s overall behavior and disposition with other dogs.