Teething is a difficult process for puppies, same as it is for toddlers. As a result, they start chewing on everything they can get their teeth on. So besides figuring out how to stop puppies from chewing destructively, it is important to leave as few items as possible around, so there's nothing to chew on.
What I am saying is this: puppy-proof your home until he is trained not to chew destructively. Make sure to tape or remove all kinds of wires and cables. Also move toilet paper out of your dog's reach - dogs seem to like playing with that.
Also buy your puppy a few chewing toys. One or two will do. But make sure they do not loo two similar to any household items like shoes. You would not want him to think it is okay to chew on those.
Also do not punish the dog if you didn't catch it red handed. If you went away for a few hours, your puppy probably did a lot of things, now only chewed on your couch, so it won't know why it's punished.
Use a repellant spray on furniture - either a spice, like pepper, or one of the products available in pet shops.
You may also want to create a confinement area, such as a room closed with a puppy gate or a training crate, so you don't have to supervise your pet around the clock.
This area should not be misunderstood as a place for punishment by either you or your dog. It is not. So introduce him to the area while having a good time together. Play with him there, for example.
It is very difficult to stop puppies from chewing destructively unless you understand their motivation. Yes, most pups chew because they are teething. That is certainly the case. But other chew for a completely different reason: they are anxious.
If you feel that anxiety might be the root of the problem, try to help your dog with that issue. Spend as much time with him as possible, reduce all sources that cause stress and anxiety (i.e. loud noises) and be especially loving and kind towards him.
What I am saying is this: puppy-proof your home until he is trained not to chew destructively. Make sure to tape or remove all kinds of wires and cables. Also move toilet paper out of your dog's reach - dogs seem to like playing with that.
Also buy your puppy a few chewing toys. One or two will do. But make sure they do not loo two similar to any household items like shoes. You would not want him to think it is okay to chew on those.
Also do not punish the dog if you didn't catch it red handed. If you went away for a few hours, your puppy probably did a lot of things, now only chewed on your couch, so it won't know why it's punished.
Use a repellant spray on furniture - either a spice, like pepper, or one of the products available in pet shops.
You may also want to create a confinement area, such as a room closed with a puppy gate or a training crate, so you don't have to supervise your pet around the clock.
This area should not be misunderstood as a place for punishment by either you or your dog. It is not. So introduce him to the area while having a good time together. Play with him there, for example.
It is very difficult to stop puppies from chewing destructively unless you understand their motivation. Yes, most pups chew because they are teething. That is certainly the case. But other chew for a completely different reason: they are anxious.
If you feel that anxiety might be the root of the problem, try to help your dog with that issue. Spend as much time with him as possible, reduce all sources that cause stress and anxiety (i.e. loud noises) and be especially loving and kind towards him.
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