What's your dogs REAL motivation in life? 

Quiz Questions

• 1.
  When taking a walk with your dog, he:

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  • A.
    Sniffs incessantly, and doesn't even know I exist.
  • B.
    Lunges towards squirrels, other dogs, and people. He pulls me down the road.
  • C.
    Meanders along like a good boy. 
  • D.
    Just sort of clings to me.
• 2.
  Mostly... my dog

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  • A.
    My dog is begging and searching for food.
  • B.
    I can't train him. He does not willingly take treats.
  • C.
    My dog is well behaved, and usually finishes all his dinner.
  • D.
    My dog does not want to eat! He's a "picky" eater. 
  • E.
    My dog does not eat and I change his food constantly so that he will eat. 
  • F.
    Ignores me 
• 3.
  How many times a day do you exercise your dog?

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    I try twice to three times a day.
  • B.
    Just once. 
  • C.
    As much as I can. My dog is an athletic beast! 
• 4.
  When I throw a ball...

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  • A.
    My dog will retrieve consistently. He loves the ball more than anything.
  • B.
    My dog doesn't even notice that I threw the ball.
  • C.
    My dog will chase the ball but never brings it back. 
  • D.
    My dog hoards and guards the ball. 
  • E.
    My dog drops toys at my feet all day long.
• 5.
  Which best describes your dog? 

  • A.
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    Nudges my arm and hands for petting all day long.
  • B.
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    Sleeps most of the day, doesn't ask for much.
  • C.
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    Completely aloof! 
  • D.
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    Hyper as all get out! 
• 6.
   How often do you play with your dog?

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  • A.
    All day long.
  • B.
    One to two times per day.
  • C.
    Never.
• 7.
  What does your daily dog routine consist of?

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  • A.
    Feeding 2x per day and taking at least one walk.
  • B.
    Feeding and training and playing with my dog more than 2x per day.
  • C.
    We are just mellow together.
  • D.
    He's always barking and asking me to "go out"
• 8.
  What is your dog's favorite toy?

  • A.
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    He does not like toys. 
  • B.
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    Everything, including cardboard boxes and shoes.
  • C.
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    Chews, like bones and bully sticks.
  • D.
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    Tennis ball only!
  • E.
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    Shoes, underwear, couches and clothes.
• 9.
  Do you play tug of war with your dog?

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    Never.
  • B.
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     I heard this creates aggression and is a bad idea.
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    Yes, I tug with my dog all the time!
  • D.
    Answer D

Quiz Outcomes

• 1.
  Your dog LOVES and is MOTIVATED by YOU!

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  You and your dog are in the "rare" category. He seeks your affection, petting, and praise, more than food or even toys! This is wonderful news, because he asks little of you, but gives you his entire heart and soul! You've done a great job loving your dog!Try hand feeding only with him, so that he becomes MORE motivated by food and treats! Without motivation, no training can take place! Put the food bowl completely away for at least 8 weeks. Feed ONLY out of your hand and see how his motivation will change! Use the FOOD to teach new behaviors! Ask for a SIT or DOWN and "pay" him with his dinner! See if your dog will start "offering" behaviors at mealtimes.Keep petting and praising... you are doing a superb job! You are LUCKY that you don't have to entertain your dog ALL DAY LONG!!! "We give dogs time we can spare, space we can spare and love we can spare. And in return, dogs give us their all. It's the best deal man has ever made."Author: M. AcklamHello, 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 have a food motivated dog!

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  Oink Oink! This may SEEM like a no-brainer, but your dog LOVES food-- however, he LOVES food in a different way than most other dogs. He's MOTIVATED by it! You need to channel his love for food into fun, motivating games! Remember, NO training can take place without motivation!Try hand feeding your dog for 8 weeks. YOU will become more important than the food bowl! During meal times, instead of feeding from a bowl, put the bowl up on the counter. Hide his kibble, a few pieces in different places, and tell him to "go find". See how his desire to work and please you increases! Start asking for behaviors like SIT or DOWN and feed him his dinner for listening to your commands or teaching new behaviors!“Dogs do speak, but only to those who know how to listen.”– Orhan PamukHello, 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 paw-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 ✨
• 3.
  You have a prey/ toy motivated dog! 

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  PLAY and Chasing prey are your dog's favorite things! To get your dog's attention, and to have a dog who LOVES YOU more than squirrels, other dogs, or scents, YOU literally need to become the squirrel! Yes, YOU! You need to turn yourself into the prey animal, and USE this to help train your dog. ADD TUG OF WAR into your life! This is the best motivation for your dog. You will become on par with squirrels and other dogs. Here's how: Start with the two toy tug game. Get two toys. Play with one until he chases you. When he chases you and bites onto the toy, pull out the second (different) toy! If he does not immediately bite onto the second toy, drag it on the ground as you run, moving away. He should spit out the first toy to bite the second one (that you have). Now, you grab the one he just dropped... get it? And repeat! Once TUG is established as a "game" that you and your dog play together, start asking for behaviors like "sit" and "down" and "stay"-- and let him TUG with you as a reward! The best trained dogs are motivated by tug of war games, when played correctly! Happy biting! “Dogs’ lives are too short. Their only fault, really.” – Agnes TurnbullHello, 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 paw-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 ✨