What Motivates Your Dog?

Plus, How to Stop Leash Tugging and Biting When Walking

A message from the American Kennel Club   |   View Online How to Find What Motivates Your Dog to Work Does your dog come running when they hear the sound of the cookie jar open? Or do they tend to bring a toy to your feet, begging you to toss it? These could be signs of what motivates your dog. When practicing basic manners or training at advanced levels in a sport it's important to reward your dog for praise and compensation for a good job done. But finding the right motivator can be the tricky part. Read More Is Your Dog Ready for Their First Show? You might have a dog you've dreamed of showing in a Conformation event, but how do you know when they're ready to compete for the first time? Read More Training Your Dog For An Emergency: Does Your Dog Know These Skills? As natural disasters become more common, it's important to plan ahead in case you and your dog need to someday evacuate your home. Read More Best Dog Crates for Training and Travel 2023 To find the ideal dog crate for your four-legged friend, you must consider size, breed, age, and habits. Read More How to Watch the AKC National Championship Premieres Monday, May 8th at 8pm/ET on ESPN2! Tune In How to Stop Leash Tugging and Biting When Walking It may seem like just a bad behavior, but leash biting is often a symptom of a dog being frustrated or not fully understanding leash walking. It's especially common amongst young, playful, and excitable dogs, but with training, it can be prevented or eliminated. Read More This email was sent to bonniebonnie791.dogscolorado@blogger.com from an AKC mailing list. If you no longer wish to recieve our emails, click here to unsubscribe. © 2023 American Kennel Club | 101 Park Avenue, New York, NY 10178 About AKC  |  Mission Statement  |  Privacy Policy