Stop Dog Chewing

We all know about dog’s extraordinary sense of smell, hearing and amazing eye sight. Did you also know about their favorite way to examine and learn about new things?

Chewing.

To stop dog chewing, you need to understand why dogs chew in the first place.
Just like kids dogs explore new things by putting them in their mouths, dogs learn many things about an object with the same method.

For puppies, again, just like toddlers, a period of teething accounts for this. It usually lasts for around six months. In that time they should be taught what they can and cannot chew – that will help to stop dog chewing later on in their lives. Also, in this time, it is up to you, the dog owner, to provide them with healthy and safe alternatives, to save yourself the frustration of losing your favorite shoes or worse, an entire couch! If not done properly, this could lead to an adult dog chewing randomly and destructively.

Some of the other reasons adult dogs can chew include boredom, separation anxiety, attention, or it can be fear-related.

To stop dog chewing related to a fear based issue, you may want to consult a behavior specialist. The others issues mentioned can be headed off early or cured altogether with some simple steps on your part.

Give them chew toys that are appropriate. In fact, build a crazed obsession in your dog for toys! Don’t give them things that either are, or look like, actual items you don’t want in their mouths. For example, don’t give your dog an old pair of shoes you no longer use, and then expect them to ignore your most expensive high heels. Your pup does not know the difference!

Supervise the dog and give him plenty of attention. The only way to tell him what’s good and what’s bad is to be with him in the first place.

Take responsibility over your things. Dog proof your house when there’s a puppy around. Sometimes the easiest way to stop dog chewing and avoid the destruction is by removing the object.

Give them plenty of exercise. A tired dog is less likely to get bored and chew on random things.

Use a deterrent! Make things you don’t want chewed taste unpleasant with safe sprays you can find in most pet supermarkets.

If you catch your dog chewing, do not chase them! This method can confuse your dog into thinking this is a game and continue with the behavior.

If all of the above has not worked for you, consider a specialist. A dog behavior expert or simply a pet trainer can show you how to properly stop dog chewing and many other frustrating behaviors in your canine buddy!

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