Think you're speeding up your puppy's training by handing out extra treats? You might actually be slowing their progress and setting them up for health issues down the road. In this episode, Steven Whitlow breaks down the exact formula for calculating your puppy's safe daily treat allowance and shows you how to maximize training results without overfeeding. Whether you're working with a tiny 8-week-old or a growing 5-month-old, these guidelines apply across all breeds and sizes—and you can start using them immediately.

• Treats should never exceed 10% of your puppy's total daily calorie intake—this is the veterinary nutritionist-approved standard that protects your puppy's balanced nutrition during critical growth phases.

• To calculate your puppy's baseline calorie needs, multiply their current weight in pounds by 5 ...