We don’t really have too many words to describe what is going on in this picture. It looks like this dog was chewing the wall when his owners weren’t looking. Then it looks like he tired himself out and fell asleep mid-chew. Imgur.com/QBmC1 If you came into the room and saw ...
Be sure any electrical wires are out of reach. Antique tables or chairs or expensive furniture that you don’t want little teeth marks on should be moved out of the way. Puppies also seem to masters of finding small objects (children's toys, etc.) left in corners, so a thorough cleanin...
By confining them with treat dispensing chew toys they get rewarded for chewing the right things and develop a chew toy obsession. The alternative of letting them free in your home where they can chew shoes, remotes, curtains and furniture won’t only be frustrating and expensive for you, but...
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Having the right toys on hand is a big help when it comes to keeping a teething puppy away from all the things he shouldn’t be chewing on. Credit: InnaVlasova | Getty Images Teething can be a trying time for puppies and their owners. As puppy teeth fall out to make way for adult...
Beagles and hounds may bay or bark for hours on end. Labrador retrievers and other breeds dig, destroy fencing and furniture, chew low voltage air conditioning wires, lick bar-b-q grills, dismantle wooden decks, scratch back doors, run along fences and bark at the dogs next door, et ceter...
Some dogs have the bad habit of chewing shoes, carpets, or furniture, so keeping them in a crate when you’re not at home can help you reduce damages. Further Reading Potty Training Tips for Puppies & Dogs However, the crate shouldn’t be a permanent place to keep your puppy. Crate tr...
Chewing your furniture or belongings (including electrical cables); toileting inside; raiding kitchen counters for crumbs; and consuming dangerous substances. Obviously only some of these activities are dangerous. The rest of them are a problem because, the more they ‘practise’ doing these things ...
Puppy Potty Training. Everyone has to be on board with the pup’s schedule. The puppy will have to potty after sleeping, eating, playing, chewing, and any excitement, and prior to going to bed. I know, it seems as if all he does is go to the bathroom – outside, inside, everywhere...
To keep my dog busy on rainy days I love using interactive games such as tug, find the treats, puzzle games and fetch. Interactive games are an easy way to give your dog plenty ofmental stimulation, and they can help cut down on problem behaviors such as excessive chewing or barking. ...