How to Stop Dog Chewing
Do you have a problem with dog chewing? This can be one of the most annoying and destructive bad behaviors that a dog can have. You might not know where to begin to stop this type of behavior in your dog.
Here are some things to consider about dog chewing:
· Try to determine what is causing the chewing problem
· Look at what he’s chewing- shoes, furniture, toys, curtains, etc.
Tooth pain, teething or other dental problems may lead to dog chewing?
· Are there certain types of the day that you
If your dog is chewing because she has not been taught proper discipline and behavior yet, this can be a great time to train and fix the problem for good. If you are unsure of how to train your dog on your own, there are many great tools out there to help make this process easier for you. You can even do these training programs at home yourself. But there are outside sources to help you if this doesn’t work.
If the chewing comes from nervousness and anxiety, you need to find the original cause. When you know what makes your dog uneasy, it helps you to calm her and reassure her. Sometimes this happens when your dog is afraid of being separated from you or becomes anxious when home alone.
Other times dogs chew out of boredom or because they just want to play. You need to spend regular time with your dog each day and also be sure to find appropriate places and times for your dog to chew.
Here are some things you can do to stop dog chewing:
· Make sure your dog’s basic needs are met each day.
· Prevent boredom by playing together often and giving your dog something to do even when you’re not around
· If your dog is teething, offer safe toys for chewing. You can also freeze the toy for a few hours before giving it to your teething dog.
· If your dog gets bored during the day and chews the furniture, consider getting a dog sitter, someone to check in on him or place him in a dog kennel or fenced off area while you have to be gone.
· Practice obedience training so your dog will listen when you tell him not to chew.
Avoid playing games that will encourage this behavior like tug of war or wrestling.
· Don’t try to pull toys out of your dog’s mouth, even while playing
· Don’t punish your dog physically for chewing
It’s important to note that dog training and discipline is not just for your own comfort but also to help your dog’s well being. You can stop dog chewing when you know the right steps to help your dog and prevent future problems.
