Treats for puppies

Question
I have an  8 week old white lab. I am starting to 'try' to train her. When can I start to use treats as rewards for her good behavior? What is a treat to give her, I have heard that cheese is good for her. Thank you in advance.  

Answer
The best treat is a little of the dog's regular kibble.  What is good for dogs and people is a complete and balanced diet and not too much of it.  Even is somebody made a people food as good for them as dog chow is for dogs, it would never sell.  People demand a verity and often insist on eating too much carbohydrates and fats rather then veggies and cheese that has things they need too.  So the things we don't eat enough of are ''good'' for us.  If your puppy was eating a diet short in fat, protein, and whatever else is in cheese, then cheese would be ''good'' for it.  If your puppy is eating a complete and balanced puppy chow, then cheese or anything else that isn't a complete and balance diet really does not improve its diet.  

So go ahead and start using a little of her chow as a treat.  Don't over do it. If the dog is manipulating you to give it treats, it becomes the leader, not you.