2006-07-31 09:59:19 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
for training, bits of hot dog work pretty well. For all around treats, try snausages, those are usually small and chemy enough for a small dog like a chihuahua.
2006-07-31 10:03:09 · answer #1 · answered by illustrat_ed_designs 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dog is only doing what you allow him to do. You have created this monster, by allowing him to make all the decisions. I have a foster chihuahua right now who was REALLY weird and who bit, barked and growled when I first got her. Her former owner made her that way. I have had her a couple of months, and she is relatively normal now. What exercise is your dog getting? Do you walk him? If so, how? Are you letting him walk you, or are you making him follow you, and go at the pace you set? Who owns the furniture? Does he sit where he wants, or only where you allow him to sit? Make him sit on the floor until you say its okay. Obviously, he decides when its time to bark, not you. YOU are supposed to decide. When he barks inappropriately, tell him to stop. If he does not, tell him to stop and give him a firm touch with your finger. If he ignores both, then tell him to stop, touch him with your finger, and either spray him or squirt him with a water bottle. You need to get control of this small dog, instead of letting him run your house. You dont need to hurt him to do that, but address these three areas, and you will be amazed at what a difference you will see. Oh...and if he is not neutered, start there.
2016-03-16 09:39:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are two types of treats, generally speaking....moist and dry. Great dry treats are low in calories, such as the charlie bear treats (which look like goldfish crackers), and dogs love them. You can also get a great moist treat called natural balance, which is actually marketed as a food or as treats. It comes in a big log like a sausage, and you can cut it up any size you want. Dogs absolutely love them, and they are great for training.
2006-07-31 10:37:58 · answer #3 · answered by ferraroj1214 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Snausages (cut them up or it's enough at one time to give them an upset tummy), small chunks of Beggin' Strips or Jerky Treats, or any dry/crunchy treat broken up into little pieces. Whatever your doggie likes.
Or if you want to give them healthier treats, try bits of carrots, broccoli, celery, etc... or you can make your own dog treats (for small dogs these will last a long time) from recipes that you can find by searching Google for dog treat recipes.
2006-07-31 10:21:50 · answer #4 · answered by dogmelissa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A lot of dogs really like Charlee Bears' treats--they look like little oyster crackers, but are a good size for training and for use with small dogs. Plus they don't have very many calories! I use Innova's EVO treats with my dogs and they love them! They're small enough for my mini dachshund to handle easily and are very healthy. The original Milkbone training treats (the ones with the Westie on the box) are a hit with my friend's shih tzu--they're a smaller size and have marrow filling. For chewing I recommend Dingos--they come in a smaller size and the dogs love them! They're jerky with rawhide wrapped around it. Greenies have come under bad press, but greenies little bits might be a good size for your dog. They're basically crushed-up greenies, and were my toothless foster Pomeranian's favorite treat. Try visiting a few specialty pet stores in your area--I know at ours they're willing to try out various treats with your dog to see which one he/she likes the best!
2006-07-31 10:23:53 · answer #5 · answered by pianoducky 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have you tried some of the small training treats. Petsmart sells one that is a Petsmart exclusive, they are nice and tiny, Chihuahua sized
2006-07-31 10:03:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They have dog treats that are shaped lik little dog bones about 15 cenitmeters that would probably be good.
2006-07-31 10:03:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
C.E.T. pet chews you can only get them a vets office ask your vet if he carries them.......any thing eles is JUSTnot good for them! I think they come in a small size forur dog
2006-07-31 10:25:03 · answer #8 · answered by kamster68 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I get my little pekepoo "greenies". They aid in keeping teeth clean and help bad breath and, when you have a lap dog, you need one with fresh breath.
2006-07-31 10:14:33 · answer #9 · answered by PuttPutt 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my dog is half chawawa n she is very small. she likes the small buiskets. try those?
2006-07-31 11:38:06 · answer #10 · answered by kangaroo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋