How to make your dog stop chewing

November 24th, 2009

There are dogs who bite off more than others, but most are devoted to bite objects that are inside the house or its surroundings. Therefore, we must train them to bite only their own toys.

Puppies are more likely to bite almost anything and should be discouraged. Make it easy task keeping your shoes, laundry, etc.., Out of reach. If you have children, always keep separate his dog toys.

It is also a good idea to have the dog toys (a piece of leather, a chew toy) distributed both inside and outside the home. Never give your dog pork bones or chicken to chew on that, because they can break and hurt, but the big beef bones it can fare very well.

In the market there are a wide variety of dog toys, and some of them are hollow inside so you can enter the food they like. That makes them strive to reach their favorite treat and keeps them busy both physically and mentally.

If we get your dog with something that should not be biting (like a sock or a shoe) may be useful to scold him or give him a gentle slap, but do not yell or hit him because it is counterproductive. I know it’s difficult, but try to steer away your frustration if you maintain a healthy and happy relationship with your dog.

Playing certain daily habits is very beneficial. Put a leash on your dog and let her reach any of the prohibited items. If you see the dog going to bite into it, Stop it with the leash and firmly say “No”.

Never pull the belt back, because you can hurt the throat. We’re not trying to punish but to teach him something.

Some dogs have a habit of biting fences or plants. In these cases, specific commercial products with which you can spray those areas, but can also be done in a home. The preparations of cayenne pepper or bitter apple usually give quite good results, although, as always, the best weapon for success is patience and perseverance. Note that it is harder to get the dog does something that make it so.

Another thing to consider is that we will never eliminate the dog’s tendency to chew objects. Therefore, the best solution is to redirect the dog’s attention to objects intended for that purpose. If, despite all things I should not bite bite, stay calm and remember that your relationship with your dog is much more important than a simple object. The best thing you can do to get your dog to behave properly is to associate an order with a certain action.

Written by Dog Training Advices

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