Ways To Stop Your Dog’s Chewing
Almost everybody that has ever had a dog has given up some socks, slippers or the corner of their favorite chair to the chewing routine of their friendly canine. When it comes to your pets chewing, the question should be how can I redirect the chewing not how can I halt the chewing.
You’re not going too completely halt your pets chewing. Chewing is something your dog needs to do.
Being your dog is going to chew, give him plenty of things to choose from.
Begin by providing him with all kinds of gnaw toys. Be sure that you put as many different items as you can in the areas that he spends most of his time. This should hurry the process along and keep your dog from chewing on the things that cost a lot of money.
How To Stop A Dog From Chewing
Regularly inspect the toys and get rid of the really worn out ones. Remember to try a variety of toys until you find the ones that your pet really enjoys.
Anytime your dog chews on something that he is not supposed to, screaming and yelling at your pet will not be the method that teaches him to act appropriately. Punishment is out, positive reinforcement is in.
Right as your dog starts to tear up the newspaper, give a crisp “NOOO” and flip him his favorite toy. Give your dog a pet and praise whenever they choose a toy over something else.
Another way to go about it is to make the chewing an unpleasant experience.
There is something called a scat mat. Scatter them around in the areas that you want your dog to avoid. Don’t worry the scat mat is basically harmless.
Another way to go would be to apply a bad tasting formula or bitters onto the object that you don’t want your pet chewing on. You should be able to find these things at the nearest pet store. These ideas may be way out there but they are other ideas.
You are not going to halt your dog from chewing but you can direct him towards chewing the proper things.
