Stop Dog From Chewing A Simple Technique
If you want to stop dog from chewing on items he should be leaving alone,then think about why he is chewing.
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Anyone has to think this through as chewing can seriously harm a dog if it isn’t controlled.
Primarily it can be dangerous, particularly if he chooses an electrical wire for example. His mouth, throat or digestive sytem could be damaged. Something that contains fiberglass for example, may not feel sharp, but would fill his mouth and throat with glass splinters. And of course, he could chew on something toxic. And of course, your belongings can be damaged in the process.
Despite how dangerous it can be to chew on these things, it seems to be irresistible to dogs. Why is that? There are a number of causes for chewing, and for inappropriate chewing in particular. All canines chew, instinctively, as a way to keep their jaws strong; of course, they themselves don’t know why they chew, only that it’s fun. Your understanding of this instinctive need is the key to successful training.
The most prevalent reason for undesirable chewing is this: Your dog has the instinct to chew, but he just doesn’t understand what he is and isn’t allowed to chew on. If you have considered all the factors and concluded that it is just his instinct then provide him with dog chews as alternatives. Give him praise when he chews one of his toys and if he chooses something that is not acceptable then take if off him in no uncertain terms. He will eventually understand what he should and what he should not chew.
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There are certain factors that make chewing worse, however, and they’ll require extra attention.
Just as human children teeth, and experience discomfort, so do puppies. Especially as his adult teeth begin to grow, a puppy’s jaws will ache and his gums will itch. Chewing soothes him both by exercising his jaw, and by taking his mind off the uncomfortable feelings. To help him feel better,and save your shoes from being gnawed on,buy him a puppy-teething toy. They can be filled with water and frozen, and are designed both to entertain your pup and make his mouth hurt less.
Anxiety caused by boredom or being left alone for long periods can also lead to your dog chewing. If he’s left by himself for a long time, or if you often confine him to a small space without any company or entertainment, your dog will naturally become anxious. To distract himself, he’ll find something to chew on. You can solve this by spending as much time with him as you can, and when you have to leave him alone, make sure he has plenty of toys he likes, and bones to chew. A dog-walker can help when you have to leave him unattended for long periods, too.
To stop dog from chewing, think about why he might be doing it.Give him something else to chew on and over time demonstrate what he can and cannot chew.He will learn.
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