Dog Chewing Is Very Natural

By: Becky Long

Chewing is as natural to dogs as touching is to kids and people. To recognize your dog's motivation in chewing, think about his age, as well as outside turmoil that often trigger the chewing in adult dogs, such as curiosity, very young puppies, up to 12 weeks old, mouth to experience new objects much as young babies want to stroke and hold anything within reach. The best approach is to puppy-proof your home, clearing shelves and everything else within your puppy's grip. If he grabs an object, coolly remove it and exchange it with an proper item, such as a treat or chew toy. Do not issue forth even a verbal reproach at this age, it will make no sense and produce friction in your household, it is like screaming at a 6-month old baby for grabbing an earring or your eye glasses.

Teething is something not simply babies do, but puppies do too. Their "milk teeth" as they are called, or first set of choppers are replaced by the appearance of their permanent set, causing itching, pain, and occasionally bleeding. This is generally about the time your puppy will start chewing the furnishings or molding. Frankly, this consequence makes total sense. If he can not locate a toy instantaneously, at least he always knows the whereabouts of a table leg or wall. In any case, you need to organize areas for your dog in every room, equipping each spot with popular chew toys and tying then down so they are not taken from the room, in addition, misting your items at risk with a unpleasant mixture.

The teething period is also the time when a number of dogs learn the artful game of grab-and-go, and who can blame them? It is entertaining and exciting to grab an item and persuade you to chase after him for it. Because the behavior is chiefly attention-getting, the best reaction is to just walk away or leave your house for three minutes. At another time, encourage your dog's interest by placing the item nearby and walking him in the direction of it on a leash. The second he shows interest in it, tug the leash back and say "No". then direct your dog to a more fitting activity.

We often associate excessive chewing in adult dogs to an adolescent acting out. The conduct itself represents a deeper unrest, and the worst thing you can do is reprimand your dog after the fact. To address this issue, you must first decide whether the conduct is appropriate. If not, ask yourself what envionmental disturbances or changes in your relationship may have prompted this restless behavior. If chewing has evolved recently, reflect on whether it is occurring due to boredom, frustration, anxiety, or attention seeking.

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