What's a reasonable number of treats to give a bad dog?

What defines a dog as good or bad?

In our book, our fur baby can do little to no wrong. Even after they tear apart a hundred rolls of toilet paper, run away to the neighbors or put holes in our new high-end sneakers, we look at those sweet eyes and can’t help but laugh with the joy that they bring to our homes every day.

For us pet parents, we want to give them endless amounts of love and an endless number of treats. So, I think we must first figure out why our barker is misbehaving. Are they getting enough exercise? Do you know what breed your dog is and how much exercise they need? Do you reinforce bad behavior by rewarding them or not taking the time to train them? Or are they just in their puppy teenage years of rebellion?

After concluding why, they may be misbehaving in the first place we can better define “bad” dog and how many treats we should give them.

Treats can be a positive reinforcement tool to train and turn your “bad” dog into a law-abiding pup citizen. Before you know it, those sneakers you left out will be safe and sound in the same spot, without any teeth marks. The toilet paper in your bathroom will not be torn to pieces and trampled all over the floor. And you will be able to leave your door open on those lovely summer evenings without your dog ending up at your neighbor’s BBQ and eating all their beef from the grill.

Big Lu has many treat options. We want help you from the “bad” dog to the good dog. We accommodate all furry doggos. We love to see their tails wagging for our treats and quietly sitting in between each command. We know that it takes time to get through each milestone of our doggy dearest’s life. So, start your training mission today with rewarding good behavior with one of our 100% natural, single ingredient treats. Your dog will turn from his “bad” ways just for another bite. Try Big Lu Bully Bites. These are convenient in 2-4” chew sizes. They are delicious and will satisfy your pals' need to gnaw on something tasty so you can have a calm happy snuggler by the end of the day. These Bully Bites are perfect for all size barkers, yep, especially the smaller ones.

Bully Sticks are the traditional dog treats that all doggos just can't get their paws off! Ever seen your dog do the “bone dance”? After you give them Big Lu's Bully Sticks, you sure will. This snout-licking chew is baked to perfection, using only the highest quality premium beef, always free of any harmful chemicals, hormones, or additives. Leaving your pal with a rich in protein, long-lasting chew! Extra Thin 6 “Bully Stick, great for even the picky chewers; especially for the smaller furry pals who just need a tiny munch.

Gullet Sticks are sourced from the best quality grass-fed, free-range, beef we can get ahold of and are a highly digestible rawhide alternative that will have a smackin’ great flavor, this is a perfect snack. Not to mention doggos love the crunch and natural scent of this chew. Our 6” Gullet Sticks is great for all size barkers that enjoy a treat with a bit of a crunch to it with just 55 kcal per serving.

Gullet Strip If you’ve ever seen your pup go bonkers over our Gullet Sticks, well then, let’s just say you’re hitting the jackpot with snout lickin’ Gullet Strips! Just like all Big Lu’s dog chews, this one is highly digestible and a perfect rawhide alternative. Gullet Strips are rich in protein and baked to a perfect texture without the need for any harmful chemicals. Doggos love the crunch and natural scent of this chew!

Braided Backstrap is premium quality, high in protein and great for the power chewers because of its dense texture. This is a fantastic alternative to rawhide treats, which means it is safe and highly digestible for your dog and just 140 calories per serving. This snout lickin’ treat is ethically sourced and made of 100% premium quality beef backstrap. Braided Backstrap is especially a great chew for doggos that need a bit of a release, all the gnawing and chewing will help your doggo reduce anxiety.

Pig Ears This sturdy yet flavorful treat is perfect to rid any barker from any stressful tension that can cause anxiety. Oh, did we mention this yummy snack is great for dental health too? Especially if your pup has some incoming teeth that might be causing teething discomforts.

Cow Ears Let me tell ya a thing or two about these classic Cow Ear chews. If you’re looking for a crumble-free textured treat for your four-legged pal, then you’re in the right place! Our high-quality Cow Ears come in a variety of sizes that will make for one heck of a protein-filled chew for every bite. This 100% premium quality beef cartilage treat gets tender with every gnaw, so basically, it is a great entertaining treat. This Cow Ear chew is especially a favorite for doggos with extra sensitivity in their tummies and needs a bit of a lighter snack.