| Puppy obedience training can be very challenging. It is | | | | Consider the shape and consistency to make sure |
| difficult to get your pet's attention while making him or | | | | you can easily break each treat apart into manageable |
| her understand the commands you are trying to teach | | | | training pieces. Soft treats work well because they |
| Food is a great motivator when working with dogs. | | | | can be sliced easily and hold their shape. Biscuit and |
| Use this to your advantage, but make sure you do so | | | | other dry treats can be used, but they tend to crumble |
| in a healthy manner. Choosing the right type of puppy | | | | when broken. Both work however one might be |
| training treats is extremely important to give your new | | | | messier than the other. Keep this in mind when |
| pet a strong start in life. | | | | selecting obedience training rewards. |
| Start with Ingredients | | | | Obedience Training Treat Storage |
| The first thing to look at is what is in the dog treats | | | | Today, many manufacturers have started offering |
| you are considering for your pup. Just like a child, a | | | | treats in easy to use, re-sealable containers. These |
| puppy is going through an intense stage of growth in | | | | are very convenient for owners, especially if you |
| his or her life. The right level of vitamins and minerals is | | | | move to a different location for obedience training. Dog |
| extremely important for healthy development. Stick | | | | treats can go stale just like many human foods. Get |
| with treats that offer a good source of protein with no | | | | the most out of your treats while feeding fresh, healthy |
| chemical preservatives, such as Ethoxyquin. | | | | rewards by keeping them in a sealed container. |
| Acceptable natural preservatives include Vitamins C | | | | Many dog owners choose to purchase a separate |
| and E. | | | | container, such as a plastic food container or jar with a |
| Size the Treat | | | | twist on lid, for treat reward storage. If you move to |
| Buying dog treats for obedience training is not quite the | | | | the backyard or other location for training, you might |
| same as buying a biscuit or bone to be used as a daily | | | | want to purchase a durable plastic container that won't |
| snack. When working through each step of training, | | | | easily break. Ceramic and glass should be avoided |
| you will have to offer a treat reward multiple times. | | | | when taking dog treats with you. |
| This is why it is vital that the treats you choose come | | | | Dog treats can make a huge difference in the |
| in very small portions. Rewarding your pup with full size | | | | effectiveness of obedience training. While treat |
| dog treats can lead to canine obesity and poor eating | | | | rewards should be combined with praise, your pet will |
| habits. | | | | be far more attentive knowing there is the potential for |
| Treat Modification | | | | earning something tasty! Choose the right dog treats |
| If you need to adjust the size of the treat, then you | | | | and avoid over feeding your puppy while he or she |
| can do so. Just because treats come in larger portions | | | | learns. |
| doesn't mean you have to serve them that way. | | | | |