Table 2.
Active | Standing: Positioned on four paws in contact with the ground, two on the ground, and two against the inner wall of the cage. |
Sitting: Front leg pads are on the floor, with the front legs straight and the rump directly on the floor. | |
Inactive | Lying ventral: Positioned on the side with the body, but not the head, in complete contact with the ground, or with the ventral side and legs in contact with the ground. |
Lying sideways: Positioned fully on its side, with one side of the dog in complete contact with the ground. |