Plus, 11 Ways to Break a Sweat With Your Dog

View in browser  The Right Treats Make the Best Rewards: How to Choose There are many ways to reward your dog for a job well done. Throwing a tennis ball might be great at the end of a long "stay," or a romp in the backyard after practicing "wait" by the door. But food treats are often the most convenient and effective way to influence your dog's behavior. Here are some tips for choosing the right dog treat for the right situation. Read more » AKC Titles at Home: Virtual ACT Jumpers  Are you looking for a way to get started in AKC Agility? The American Kennel Club is excited to announce the addition of ACT Jumpers to our Virtual ACT Programs! This program is perfect for dog owners looking to get active and begin their Agility training. Learn more » 11 Ways to Break a Sweat With Your Dog Staying active is important for both humans and dogs alike. The CDC recommends that an average healthy adult should get 150 minutes of moderate-intensity activity per week. Dogs also need regular exercise, but how much depends on your dog's breed and age.  Read more » Should You Give Your Dog Hugs? It's completely natural for humans to hug somebody to express affection. Just as natural as dogs sniffing rear ends to say hello. Of course, people don't share dogs' love of sniffing behinds or human crotches. And to the same degree, dogs don't share our love of hugs. Read more » AKC on Superbowl Sunday Tune-in to the Superbowl on Sunday, February 12th from 6p-10p to catch the AKC on ESPN and ESPN2! Tune In » Senior Dog Essentials | Top-Rated Products for Older Dogs We love our dogs—even in their old age, which is why we want to do everything to keep our senior dogs comfortable, happy, and as active as possible.  See our list » THIS MONTH'S MOST WANTED Hand-Painted "Whine" Cooler   AKC Embroidered Baseball Cap   Golden Retriever Wall Clock   I've Got Standards - Pajama Set   WANT MORE NEWS? Subscribe to Nibble Health » Subscribe to the AKC Dog Podcast » FOLLOW US This email was sent to bonniebonnie791.dogscolorado@blogger.com from an AKC mailing list. Unsubscribe. © 2023 American Kennel Club. | 101 Park Avenue, New York,  NY  10178 About AKC | Mission Statement | Privacy Policy optout