what treats should you feed youre chiwawa?

Question

Well i want to know what i can feed my dog because she is a good dog lately. should i feed her dog treats or by her doggy clothes. im thinking both.

Answer 1

I just got a chihuahua a week ago. She wears doggy clothes, which I think I like more than she does, but she looks so adorable. Pet stores usually have really cute clothes, and here is a good site for some cute ideas: http://www.trixieandpeanut.com
I get her treats from a local pet boutique here in Fresno and they also have many other locations around California. http://www.healthmutts.com
I also give her Zuke's Mini Naturals as treats. Also, another cute book about dogs is How to Dress Your Dog, which I got at Target and it has really good pet advice, with a little humor. It also gives good advice on how to groom and teach your dog to wear clothes by giving them treats.

Answer 2

I like Charlee Bears for training, they are a little cracker for a little mouth. You can get them at petco in the bonus bag for the same price as the regular bag, but they are not always stocked with treats. They are only 3 calories each. Some people use little pieces of cheese. Eggs need to be cooked, I would think they are messy. Carrots are good for teething puppies. Maybe some people use pieces of bread. The benefit of the Charlee Bears is that you can put some in a little baggie and grab them as you are racing out the door for a potty break. Maybe you could use a make a fuss reward system, like clapping and making a fuss and saying...."good potty" or something too. Some people use a toy for a reward, a favorite toy.

Answer 3

Since she's a chihuahua, you should of course feed her small treats. NO CHOCOLATE. Chocolate could mess up thier entire digestive system, and it's like giving them poisen. It could be deadly to dogs. I have a chihuahua and he doesn't like clothes very much, except sometimes sweaters to keep him warm in the winter. So I think I would go with treats, becasue not only would she like it more, but it would let her obey you better, and if you wanted to, you could even train her with the treats. But be careful of what kind of dog treats you buy your dog, because things like yellow dye could make them sick. Watch out for your doggie's diet, and stay off of the human food. If you absolutely have to give her a treat, and there are no treats around the house, then I would suggest carrots. They're good for her teeth, and my chihuahua loves them. But don't give them spicey food especially, because it would really upset thier stomachs. If there are no carrots, I still wouldn't give her any fruits, especially with acids in them. The acid in the friut could harm your puppy's tummy. Well, hope I helped, and also remember to tell your dog that she's done a good job before her treat.

Answer 4

Your chihuahua would like treats more than clothes. Make sure that treats are only about 10% of her daily diet, so she doesn't get too fat. There is a great brand called "Medi-Treats", really good for her, or try carrots or apple if you want to go all natural. As for the clothes, I'm sure she'll look great, but she may deserve another treat just to get her in them!!

Answer 5

She's going to have no clue that the clothes are for doing good things, but you also have to remember that a small dog will put on weight if your feeding her too many treats. That's really hard on their joints. one pound to them is like 15 to us. I would say get a dry treat that you can break up to give in smaller amounts. That way you can give more without giving too many.
She might like a new cushy bed !!!!

Answer 6

You need to be realistic about this pet. It is an animal, not a person, which means that things that please humans will not please her. Dogs eat whatever they are fed. They are natural scavengers, they do not eat for pleasure. They also do not get any pleasure out of new clothes. Special clothing is really only necessary in extreme weather.

If you must feed your dog a treat, the healthiest things to give her are very small amounts of veggies or fruit. Baby carrots and small bananas work. Good luck to you!

Answer 7

I give mine yogurt drops (for dogs), some types of biscuits (they don't like most kinds), peanut butter, cheese (in moderation). Be care not to give to many treats though as their bellies are small and you can upset their diet by too many treats (or make them fat).

I dress mine for the weather but many people dress their chihuahuas for fun too.

Answer 8

Betcha she loves the treats more. I train my dogs always for agility and I teach them tricks etc, so I need to use yummy treats that are good for them. I feed bioled chicken that I cut up after I cook it, as well as Natural Balance food rolls (diced), diced turkey and ham from the deli, lamb lung, cheese, salmon (baked, then cut up) I try to use small treats so that my dogs don't get fat.
I have a great Ninja suit for my dog for the cold weather and boy does he hate it....

Answer 9

In my opinion, she'll love the treats more than she'll like the clothes :)

My dog loves Wellbars: http://www.oldmotherhubbard.com/wellness/dog_wellness_treats_wellbars.html

I get them at Pet Supermarket

Answer 10

Features to Consider in a Dog Treat

# Quality of ingredients
# Calories
# Consistency of ingredients
# Size (size of treat relative to size of your dog)
# Veterinarian-approved
# AAFCO approval (see more below)
# Palatability, Flavor, and Appeal to dog
# Safety
# Cost

Desirable Features of a Dog Treat

The ideal dog treat is one made of good quality ingredients, moderate to low in calories, consistent in ingredients (thus unlikely to cause stomach upset from bag to bag), very appealing to your dog and safe.

The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) publishes feed regulations and ingredient definitions. If the dog food (or treat) follows the guidelines set forth by AAFCO, the label will include a statement that says "Formulated to meet the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profile for Puppies/Adults/Senior.”) Some companies create treats to be in compliance with the AAFCO standards.

It is also important to ensure you are buying the proper size relative to the size of your dog. Dog treats that are too large or too small can cause esophageal obstructions in some dogs.

It is also ideal if they don't cost you a fortune!

Ideal Choice for a Dog Treat

# Choose a treat formulated specifically for your dogs size. If you are going to feed treats, choose complete and balanced treat with AAFCO approval. Hill's® Science Diet® makes great quality treats formulated to meet AAFCO approval that are relatively low in calories, consistent and made of high quality ingredients.

Tips for Feeding Dog Treats

# Good nutrition may be the most important factor affecting your dog's health. This is especially true in growing puppies. Feed the best quality food you can afford. Treats are like candy bars for us, not something we need but something we may like. Remember, they don't NEED the treats. Do NOT supplement treats for a good quality core dog food diet.

# This is worth repeating. There is nothing in a dog treat that is nutritionally required for your dog if he or she is on a good quality dog food. They are just that, a “treat” or a “snack”, not dissimilar to potato chips or a Snickers bar for us. We might like it, but we don't necessarily “need” it.

# Consider low-calorie treats for dogs with weight control problems. Another alternative is to break up treats into small pieces to make them last longer, thus giving less (and less calories). Always read the labels for caloric content.

# It is not a requirement to meet AAFCO standards in order to sell pet food, so buyers beware. Check the labels and compare products.

# If your pet suffers from food allergies, for example to beef, chicken or egg, watch for those ingredients on any dog treat you buy for your pet. There are hypoallergenic dog treats available from food manufacturers.

# If your pet is on a special prescription diet, ask your vet which treat is best for your dog. In this case, the best treat might be a homemade. You can usually purchase the canned version of the prescription food and use it to bake treats.

# Dog treats that control plaque and tartar in dogs is a great option. Consider that the treat may help control some tartar and plaque but the most effective method for providing good dental care is daily brushing.

# Make sure that you select the right sized dog treat for the size and weight of your dog. Also, watch how he chews and eats it. Some treats have been associated with causing problems such as esophageal foreign bodies. Make sure your pet does not “gulp” the treat or eat it in big prices.