Tips for Discouraging Destructive Dog Behavior and Chewing

If you want to stop dog chewing, you will need to take some steps to stop this destructive dog behavior. A dog is not going to simply stop chewing because you tell him to. He needs the reason for his dog chewing problem to be eliminated or greatly reduced. Here are some tips for stopping your dog's destructive chewing:

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Don't punish your dog for chewing. Your dog is chewing because he is anxious and punishing him may make him even more nervous.
Provide lots of alternative objects to chew - such as dog toys and bones.
Praise your dog when it chews appropriate objects.
As far as possible, remove any items that your dog is likely to chew inappropriately.
When your dog chews an inappropriate item, redirect them to a more appropriate item.
Teach your dog the "leave" command, so that they will drop an item that they are chewing on command.
Spend more time with the dog.
Do everything possible to remove any cause for anxiety, loneliness or boredom.
Ensure that your dog has lots of things to play with to alleviate boredom.
Ensure that your dog's environment is comfortable and makes it feel safe.
Use special spray to make furniture repellant and to stop dog chewing directed at cabinets and other pieces.
When something happens that is likely to cause your dog anxiety (such as moving or renovations to the house), spend more time than usual with your dog and give it extra praise for chewing the right objects.

Dog Chewing Itself

Usually, dog chewing takes the form of chewing household items or other goods. However, sometimes a dog will be so anxious that it will chew itself. Dog chewing paws or dog chewing foot can become a problem that indicates a severe anxiety problem. Mild paw or foot chewing may not be a problem. There are many reasons why a dog may chew itself - such as itchiness, pain or trying to alleviate boredom.

When this self-chewing becomes severe, you should take your dog to a vet. Your vet will be able to check for any physical problems. They can also see if your dog is suffering from a severe anxiety problem, and may prescribe medication to alleviate this. Even if the problem is only mild, it may be worthwhile getting your dog checked by a vet. It could be a simple physical problem that is easily fixed.

When your dog has a dog chewing problem, you cannot just go out and buy special dog chewing remedies. You need to find out what is causing your dog to chew and do everything possible to alleviate any cause of anxiety, loneliness or boredom. You will need to put some effort into helping to stop your dog's destructive behavior. With some good chew toys and extra attention from you, you can stop dog chewing - and help your dog feel less anxious as well!

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