How Often Should You Give Your Dog Treats?

If you’re a dog parent, you know how hard it is to resist those puppy-dog eyes. Treats are one of the easiest ways to show love, but how often should you actually give your dog treats?

Finding the right balance is key. Too many can lead to weight gain or fussy eating habits, while too few might make training less effective. Let’s break down how to treat your dog the healthy, Aussie-made way.

🐾 How Many Treats Are Too Many?

As a rule of thumb, treats should make up no more than 10% of your dog’s daily calorie intake.
That means if your dog needs 800 calories a day, only about 80 should come from treats.

The rest should come from balanced, nutritious meals.
(Think of treats like dessert, something special, not the main course!)

🍪 When to Give Dog Treats

1. Training Sessions:
   Short, frequent sessions work best. Use small, high-value treats like Bark Yeah! Peanut Butter Bites to reward positive behaviour.

2. Bonding Moments:
   Treats can be a way to strengthen your connection - like a “thank you” for being your loyal bestie.

3. Special Occasions:
   Birthdays, good behaviour, or a post-grooming reward - these are perfect times for an extra snack!

4. Dental Health Support:
   Natural chews, such as roo tendons or beef jerky, help keep teeth clean while satisfying that urge to chew.

🌿 Choosing the Right Kind of Treat

Not all treats are created equal. For a happy, healthy pup, choose natural dog treats Australia made from real ingredients you can trust.

Look for:

• Grain-free dog treats (great for sensitive tummies)

• Human-grade dog treats (for quality you can see)

• Aussie-made dog treats (to support local farmers and producers)

At Bark Yeah!, we believe in keeping things simple, just wholesome, Aussie ingredients that are better for your bestie. 💛

⚖️ Tips for Treating Smart

• Break large treats into smaller pieces to make them last longer

• Mix in lower-calorie options like dried veggies

• Keep count - those “just one more” moments add up fast!

• Always have fresh water available

💬 The Takeaway

Treats are about joy, love, and connection, and when given the right way, they’re an important part of your dog’s routine.

So, how often should you give your dog treats?
👉 As often as it fits into a healthy balance, a little love, in moderation.

When you choose natural, Aussie-made dog treats, you can feel good knowing every bite is safe, nutritious, and made with care.

Shop our range of healthy, Aussie-made dog treats today, because your bestie deserves the best.