ALL ABOUT TRAINING TREATS!

Food treats are often the most convenient & quickest way to influence your dog’s behavior. When we are influencing behavior, we are looking for a reinforcer, something that is likely to encourage the dog to repeat the behavior. Treats are a great place to start!

Donna Ashley, CPDT-KA, CBATI-KA

1/22/2025

Would you do your best work without a pay cheque? Would you give your work away for free, just cuz your boss said, 'Good Job'? That'd be crazy to expect of you, right?

Then, lets make sure your dog is 'paid' well for training, which is his job for the

next several months!

First, let's explain the purpose of the treat and how to use it effectively, in your puppy training.

Click below for some of our suggestions for treats when training with your dog!