Do you want to know what makes dogs happy?

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Quiz Questions

1.
Today is going all kinds of wrong! Your dog jumped up on you with muddy paws, chased the neighbor's cat, and he didn't come back when you called him!
- A.
  I grab a seat on my couch and take 3 deep belly breaths — a bit of mud on my dress won't ruin my day.
- B.
  I try to repress my frustration but still feel totally frazzled. Why does telling myself my dog is really good, backfire on me? I give him a cookie. I think I understand dogs, but....
- C.
  My dog would not do that... but he may have a few bad habits. I'm a pretty capable dog mama but, I research dog training online.
2.
From 1-10, how much do you think your dog understands your commands?
- A.
  1-4 — I’m not much of a dog trainer. person. It’s easier for me to sort of ignore training issues. When I do try to train my dog, it often ends in anxiety and frustration.
- B.
  5-7 — I love training my dog. Sometimes I let my emotions get to me if other people give me advice, or criticize my dog. But often, I feel helpless when it comes to changing his behavior.
- C.
  8 — 10 I I think I'm a pretty good dog owner or trainer. I'm certain my dog understands most of my commands. I would like to be even better for my dog!
3.
What question do you ask yourself the most about your dog?
- A.
  Am I doing enough for my dog?
- B.
  What kind of activities or fun things can I add to my dog's life to make him happier? He could be bored...
- C.
  If my dog could talk, I'd want to hear what he had to say about his life. I'm pretty sure he'd approve!
4.
Your dog trainer friend tells you your dog isn't quite up to par. How do you deal?
- A.
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  I nod my head and keep a straight face. But inside, I'm telling her to shove it!
- B.
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  I have to bite back my tears. I feel terrible that I’ve let my dog down — I can’t make anyone happy. Not even my dog!
- C.
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  I thank her for her feedback. I understand her perspective, but I’m not about to let it affect my positive relationship with my pooch!
5.
What song best suits you and your dog?
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- A.
  You A'int Nothin' But a Hound Dog-- Elvis
- B.
  Hot n' Cold - Katy Perry
- C.
  Love is a Losing Game - Amy Winehouse
- D.
  You Light Up My Life
6.
Which of the following best describes your current reality with your dog?
- A.
  The day usually starts off good, but as it goes on I begin to feel drained. People see my dog pulling me down the street and they cross to the other side to avoid me.
- B.
  Usually I’m in a pretty good mood about it. I try not to take on more than I can manage. I know what it feels to get burned out so I just deal with my dog's bad behaviors because I love him.
- C.
  I’m calm and collected. I have a great sense of what my dog needs, and I'm confident enough to ask for help when the time comes. There could be more to learn, though.
7.
Let’s talk boundaries — do you use any sort of correction with your dog?
- A.
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  They’re definitely necessary. Sometimes it’s hard to correct my dog, but I know it will make our lives better.
- B.
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  My dog does not need "boundaries". I fired my last trainer for suggesting I use a prong collar.
- C.
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  I don’t feel comfortable using correction. It's cookies from here on out, for me and my dog!
- D.
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  It's possible that I just don't really understand what proper correction IS.
8.
You crack open a fortune cookie... What message do you get about your dog?
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- A.
  Confuscious says to start training now or forever be sorry.
- B.
  You NEED to apologize to your dog for not understanding what he truly wants.
- C.
  Your dog is perfect. You are a future dog guru.
9.
You can tell what your dog is feeling without him/her saying a word.
- A.
  False
- B.
  Not quite sure.
- C.
  sometimes, but not always
- D.
  True
10.
Your dog lunges and barks at another dog. There's an altercation between dogs. How do you handle the situation?
- A.
  Find me in the kitchen fixing a drink — I don’t touch conflict with a 10 foot pole-with people, OR dogs.
- B.
  It’s hard for me to stay on the sidelines… I tend to get too involved. I yell at the other dog owner. It's her fault, anyway.
- C.
  I’m the deescalation royalty. I’m helping them talk through the dogs behavior, and I help to find a resolution! I know what I'm doing, pretty much!
11.
Your trainer suggests 100% positive reinforcement training for your dog, and you say:
- A.
  Absolutely! I'd NEVER harm my dog or use aversive training methods on him. I'm 100% positive reinforcement ONLY with my dog!
- B.
  I'm not sure that ONLY cookies and praise is enough for a dog. I know that correction can be good, but also hurt them. I'm sort of confused about the issue. I should learn more.
- C.
  I use correction properly with my dog when needed. I feel confident and calm about a more balanced approach to dog training (cookies AND correction are ok with me!!!)

Quiz Outcomes

1.
You Are Beginning to Understand your DOG!!!! YAY!
Friend, you may have trouble believing this, but you’ve got a lot going for you! Coworkers admire your top-tier talents. Yet, no matter their tireless praise, you don’t 100% trust your own magic with your dog. How does this low self-esteem impact you and your dog's relationship? You’re likely reluctant to give dog advice to others, because your still a bit unsure. But when someone questions your actions, or criticizes your dog, you’re quick to jump on the defensive.It's ok to be a bit confused and unsure. It's even more OK that you admit you don't know, but you also don't know where to begin! Plus, negative emotions tend to freak you out… Luckily, there’s a clear path forward!"Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there"Roy RogersReady to make your dog (and you) HAPPIER? Try these 3 strategies...1. Make positivity a daily practice! Look for the GOOD things your dog does naturally, give it a name, and add a cookie! Get a "dog journal" and make a list of all the things your dog does that pleases you. Try to pay more attention to all the good, natural behaviors your dog does. Add more rewards for these "natural" behaviors, and you'll start to see more of them! Carry a pocket full of treats so you have them when you need them! 2. Choose a growth mindset. Instead of seeing you and your dog as a complete failure, view it as an opportunity to learn. Your mind if forever expanding. Just because you didn’t do so well so far, doesn’t mean you can’t — with a bit of practice — have the BEST dog in the world! 3. Put on your best smile for your dog, and begin to think GOALS! Goals help us to change for the better, and get what we WANT. Hello, friend! I’m Dina Zaphiris ✨I'm a professional dog trainer and behavioral expert. I help people like you achieve your dreams with your dog! After 30 years of being a trainer, I wanted to help add value to peoples’ lives. My goals became bigger when I saw how MANY dog owners really needed help! I realized there was so much conflicting and confusing information out there! My goal is to help make all of that clear, so that owners and dogs can flourish together, happily!Now my favorite thing is watching my clients’ lives flourish in unexpected ways because of their dogs! If you really love your dog, and you want him to be happy (which makes YOU happy) I’ve got your back.Check out these ah-mazing resources to help make your dog (and therefore, YOU) HAPPIER!!1. Subscribe to my podcast Bone To Pick where I tell you the SECRETS of all great dog trainers, talk about training, problem behaviors, diet, exercise, dog myths, and of course, DOG TRAINING. Trust me, you’re going to learn a lot by just simply LISTENING! 2. Checkout this post on my blog. Understanding positive reinforcement and the "other" types of training 🙌3. Follow me on Facebook for HAPPY DOG inspirations! From tips to increasing your dog's motivation to understanding how to STOP bad behaviors, I’ve got you covered!Subscribe to see me in your inbox with transformational tips ✨
2.
You and your dog's happiness is… about to bloom!
Friend, you’re a joy to be around! Folks find your positive outlook refreshing as iced tea. They rely on you to turn their B- days into straight A’s. But here’s the catch: do you really BELIEVE that you are doing it all right for your DOG??? Is he really his happiest self?A hapy dog isn't just all about cookies. Sometimes we need to dive in a bit deeper and understand more before we are comfortable with other approaches. There is SO much more out there for you and your dog, and you are curious. There is SO much to learn. And it can be REALLY FUN, and EASY!!Because you're honoring your dog by making him his happiest self, you'll have more energy in your day because a truly happy dog is also WELL TRAINED and WELL BEHAVED! So, how do you get there with your dog? How do you achieve the training goals you have? How do you do away with those BAD behaviors?"Knowledge is power"---Sir Francis BaconReady to start making your dog HAPPIER? 1. Make positivity a daily practice! Motivation is what dogs really want... write a list of what MOTIVATES your dog... play? walks? Squirrels? Treats? Start USING those "things" your dog loves as REWARDS for great behavior! For example, SIT at the door means you'll go OUT for a walk! Create a dog journal! 2. Choose a growth mindset. Instead of seeing failure as a dead-end, view it as an opportunity to learn. Your mind if forever expanding. So your dog isn't perfect.... now is the time to start! The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is NOW. There's MORE to learn!!!3. Do something new and different! Doing something NEW, like training your dog in a new way, will also boost your mood. It also boosts the moods of everyone around you, including your DOG! You WILL see results that last. But nothing changes if nothing changes... so NOW is the time to make a CHANGE! Hello, friend! I’m Dina Zaphiris ✨I'm a professional dog trainer and behavioral expert. I help people like you achieve your dreams with your dog! After 30 years of being a trainer, I wanted to help add value to peoples’ lives. My goals became bigger when I saw how MANY dog owners really needed help! I realized there was so much conflicting and confusing information out there! My goal is to help make all of that clear, so that owners and dogs can flourish together, happily!Now my favorite thing is watching my clients’ lives flourish in unexpected ways because of their dogs! If you really love your dog, and you want him to be happy (which makes YOU happy) I’ve got your back.Check out these ah-mazing resources to help make your dog (and therefore, YOU) HAPPIER!!1. Subscribe to my podcast Bone To Pick where I tell you the SECRETS of all great dog trainers, talk about training, problem behaviors, diet, exercise, dog myths, and of course, DOG TRAINING. Trust me, you’re going to learn a lot by just simply LISTENING! HOW EASY!2. Checkout this post on my blog. Understanding positive reinforcement and the "other" types of training 🙌 Get clear on the TRUTH of reward vs correction in scientifiaclly proven dog training.3. Follow me on Facebook for HAPPY DOG inspirations! From tips and tricks, to increasing your dog's motivation to understanding how to STOP bad behaviors, I’ve got you covered! Subscribe to see me in your inbox with transformational tips ✨
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Your Dog's Happiness is in FULL BLOOM!
Congratulations friend, you know that taking care of your dog, and yourself, is a big part of taking care of everyone in your life! You express your opinions without ever coming off as pushy or threatening. But there could be a bigger and brighter future for you and your dog to achieve even MORE happiness! Boundaries are a big ‘yes’ for you. This is GREAT. You understand balanced dog training is best! You can add even more to your dogs life. The sky is the limit with you, so keep going! Give yourself a big pat on the back! You could basically teach a class on dog training... so maybe you want to get certified and make a bit of extra $$ doing something you absolutely LOVE (like training cute puppies)“Each step you take reveals a new horizon. You have taken the first step today. Now I challenge you to take another.” Dan PoynterReady to boost your dog's happiness even MORE??? 1. Make positivity a daily practice! A little bit of optimism goes a long way, friend. Whether it’s gratitude journaling or meditating, find an activity that lifts you up and do it on the regular. Create a happy dog journal and list the "pros" about you as a dog owner or trainer. 2. Choose a growth mindset. Instead of seeing failure as a dead-end, view it as an opportunity to learn. Your mind if forever expanding. Just because you haven't achieved your highest level with your dog, doesn’t mean you can’t — with a bit of practice — BE THE VERY BEST. 3. Take a NEW step today-- in a different direction. Go back to your dog journal (if you don't have one, we have one for you!) and if the sky were the limit, what dream would you achieve with your dog? What would or could you do? Dog sports? Dog training? Agility? Search and rescue?? No one will ever see this private journal entry... and you can have it ALL. It begins now! Hello, friend! I’m Dina Zaphiris ✨I'm a professional dog trainer and behavioral expert. I help people like you achieve your dreams with your dog! After 30 years of being a trainer, I wanted to help add value to peoples’ lives. My goals became bigger when I saw how MANY dog owners really needed help! I realized there was so much conflicting and confusing information out there! My goal is to help make all of that clear, so that owners and dogs can flourish together, happily!Now my favorite thing is watching my clients’ lives flourish in unexpected ways because of their dogs! If you really love your dog, and you want him to be happy (which makes YOU happy) I’ve got your back.Check out these ah-mazing resources to help make your dog (and therefore, YOU) HAPPIER!!1. Subscribe to my podcast Bone To Pick where I tell you the SECRETS of all great dog trainers, talk about training, problem behaviors, diet, exercise, dog myths, and of course, DOG TRAINING. Trust me, you’re going to learn a lot by just simply LISTENING! 2. Checkout this post on my blog. Understanding positive reinforcement and the "other" types of training 🙌3. Follow me on Facebook for HAPPY DOG inspirations! From tips to increasing your dog's motivation to understanding how to STOP bad behaviors, I’ve got you covered!Subscribe to see me in your inbox with transformational tips ✨

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