Giving our pets treats is our way of showing we love them, whether they really love the treats or not. However, there are some cases where I think treats are truly appropriate. I agree with the treats for doing tricks - good incentive.

Now my Teddy cat, all of 15 1/2 years old and with hyperthyroid and three types of heart condition, has to take no less than 1 pill (and up to 3), plus 1 ml of liquid medicine with each meal. He gets a treat each time to thank him for being such a good cat and not tearing me to threads before spitting the pills out. (he actually almost looks like he likes the pills!!)

Hugs and butterflies,
~T~