Love your dog, but also love your material possessions. Sadly, your canine will not find your possessions to be as important as you do. If it can be chewed, it will be. This guide will give you tips on how to keep your dog from chewing the things that you own.
Crates should feel like a safe place to puppies. So, you should never use them as a way to discipline your dog. Dogs may need to be familiarized with the crate to feel comfortable and secure in it. There are many tricks that you can try to make it easier for both of you. To entice a hesitant puppy into the crate, give it the incentive of a toy or bone inside, with the door shut. They will see the toy inside the crate and will want in the crate to get it. Once they enter the crate, be sure to praise them to show that what they did was good.
If you plan on using a crate as part of your puppy’s training routine, introduce the apparatus and its’ functions very gradually. After they become used to each individual step and do not mind going inside the crate, try shutting the door and giving them treats with the door closed. Keep them in the crate for a small duration and slowly increase that duration. If they start to fuss, you are going too fast.
You should develop a feeding routine with your dog. Feed your dog at the same times every day, so that he knows what to expect. This will ensure he eats it all quickly instead of doddling or grazing all day.
In conclusion, put a stop to your dog chewing on your items. Doing so can prevent injury to your dog and others, as well as save a lot of frustration and money. When you apply the ideas you’ve just read, you are taking yourself one step closer to training your dog properly.