Is your dog constantly chewing on furniture or biting things around your house? This behavior is common in dogs, especially in puppies and high energy dogs. However, it can be frustrating and expensive to deal with damaged furniture. In this guide , you will learn simple and effective ways to train your dog to stop biting and chewing, using safe and positive methods.
Why do dogs chew on furniture?
Before stopping this behavior in dogs, it’s important to understand why dogs chew.
- Boredom: dogs chew when they don’t have enough mental or physical activity to play
- Anxiety or stress : separation anxiety in dogs can lead to destruction chewing.
- Lack of training: dogs may not know what they are allowed to chew
- Teething ( puppies) mostly puppies chew to relieve Teething pains.
Effective ways to stop your dog from chewing furniture
1). Provides chew toys to dogs
Give your dog appropriate chew toys to satisfy their need to chew.
- Kong classic toy- fill it with treats for extra fun
- Nylabone chew toys: great for aggressive chewers.
- Rope toys – perfect for Teething puppies.
2). Exercise and playtime
A tired dog is a well behaved dog! You should Provides enough physical and mental exercise
- daily Walk your dog twice a day
- Play fetch or tug of war
- Use puzzle toys to challenge their minds
3). Use deterrent sprays
Apply dog safe anti chew sprays on furniture to discourage chewing there.
- Bitter apple spray
- Citrus spray
The bitter taste will stop your puppies or dog from chewing without harming their healths
4). Train with positive reinforcement
Teach your dog what they can and can’t chew things
- Say” no” firmly when they chew your furniture
- Redirect them to chew toys.
- Praise or reward them when they chew the toys.
5). Remove temptation
Make it harder for your dog to access things they should not chew
- Keep shoes, remote control and other chewable item out of their reach
- Block access to furniture with baby gates if needed
6). Manage separation anxiety
If your dog chews when left alone , help them feel claim
- Use calming products like anxiety wraps or diffuser
- Leave interactive toys when you are away
- Gradually train them to stay alone for short periods
Dry anti chew spray recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- A few drops of lemon juice
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients in a spray bottle.
- Spray on your furniture or objects your dog chews.
Always test the spray on a small area first to avoid damages.
