The purpose of this subtest is to evaluate the dog's ability to recognize when an unusual situation turns into a provocation. The weird stranger advances to within 18 feet of the stationary handler in an aggressive manner. The purpose of this subtest is to evaluate the dog's protective instincts. The stranger is never closer than 10 feet from the dog. The handler's 2 foot arm and the 6' lead is added in for a total of 18 feet.
Aggression here is checked against the breed standard and the dog's training.
A schutzhund trained dog lunging at the stranger is allowed, but if an untrained Siberian husky does the same, it may fail. At the conclusion of the test, the handler will receive a critique about the dog's performance. Certificate will be mailed within 90 days of the test. This copyrighted test may not be used in whole or part without the express written consent of the American Temperament Test Society.