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Originally Posted by Nancy1999  Joey took a trick training class, and got fussier and fussier with the treats we gave him. Finally, he would perform for string cheese only. During this period he often didn't eat regular food and ate only treats. He graduated with honors and a pound heavier. I stopped all treats, and eventually he learned to love his food again. Vet suggested supplementing his food with green beans to give him a full feeling since we also restricted his regular food. The lesson is they will hold out for treats, if they are not all that hungry. Now, I use his regular food for trick training, and he's doing fine.
I think it's very important to limit his treats, and never give an unhealthy treat. Giving him an unhealthy treat should make you feel guilty, not the other way around. |
I only give her healthy, all natural treats, but I feel guilty when I think she should be eating a balanced diet, instead of a carrot or pea, here or there. She's a stubborn one when she holds out for treats and I'm such a worrywort that I worry if she doesn't eat anything, her blood sugar will fall low, etc etc etc. I think I need to be stronger. haha.