Chapter 4: Training Treats — The Art of Rewarding
Training treats should be tiny, soft, and quick to eat so your pet stays focused. Pea-sized pieces are enough for most dogs; for cats, even smaller. In Malaysian apartments, where space is limited, short frequent sessions work better than long ones, and high-value treats help when teaching recall or settling around lifts and corridors. Use a mix: ordinary treats for easy behaviours, something special for difficult ones. Keep training treats low in calories so a session does not become a meal — break soft chews into quarters. Avoid hard biscuits during training because crunching slows the session. In hot weather, train in the cooler early morning or evening, and always have fresh water available. If your pet is food-motivated but overweight, measure out part of the daily ration and use that as training rewards instead of extra treats.