Animal Behavior Vocabulary-chp. 20 Worksheet

A behavior intended to harm another individual
Behaviors shown in situations of social conflict to diffuse aggressive behavior
Attributing human characteristics and emotions to animals
Any act done by an animal; exhibited for a reason and with purpose
The passing of urine or feces
The study of animal behavior
A rapid learning process that enables a newborn animal to recognize and bond with its owner
A behavioral theory based on the principle that the consequences of a behavior will influence the frequency
A natural or synthetic chemical that may influence the behavior of an animal
Something that decreases the likelihood of a behavior occurring
A female cat, intact; mother cat
Something that increases the likelihood of a behavior occurring
The exposure of a young animal to new experiences, people, other animals, and places with the goal of preventing fearful or anxious behavior as adults
An internal or external change that exceeds a threshold causing stimulation of the nervous or endocrine system
Material selected or preferred by an animal for urination and defecation
A veterinarian who is board certified in animal behavior by the American College of Veterinary Behaviorists