Ben and Jerry

Currently with my dog at obedience classes i use natures gift chicken/liver crisps, I find them to be good value and already come small bite size pieces that can quickly be swallowed or chewed. I also use cabbernossi, I use this one as my high value treat and have the Natures Gift as my low value treat. I also found not feeding my guy before class he paid more attention when i offered the food where as when I first started I would feed him before hand and treats just wouldn't get his attention. Just my opinion with using toys. If your going to use a toy make sure its something he loves playing with. Tug toys generally work best, toys that squeak can often cause distractions to other dogs which can be a good or bad thing i guess . You may also want to consider not letting the dog play with this toy at home either as you want it to be of high value to him, if he is able to play with it when he wishes he may just turn his nose up at it. Good luck with your training and enjoy the experience .

From my experience working in a pet shop with a grooming salon attached, I see a lot of dogs come in and cry for many reasons. Being away from comfortable surroundings is probably the biggest, the noises/smells and to be completely honest, some of the groomers out there are nothing like they appear once you leave the shop . And in response to not getting what you want done. Any reputale grooming salon will fix your dog up free of charge if your not completely happy because they want to keep your business and not gain bad reputaion.