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What behavior must trainers avoid during animal handling sessions?

  1. Horseplay

  2. Overconfidence

  3. Distractions

  4. Ignoring rules

The correct answer is: Horseplay

Horseplay during animal handling sessions can lead to serious risks for both the trainer and the animals involved. This behavior can create a chaotic and unpredictable environment, which may cause animals to become startled or aggressive. Such situations can increase the likelihood of accidents, including injuries to both humans and animals. Maintaining a calm and controlled atmosphere is critical for ensuring safety and effective handling. While overconfidence, distractions, and ignoring rules are also behaviors that can pose risks during training, the specific risk associated with horseplay stands out as it directly undermines safety protocols and the focus necessary for effective and humane animal handling.