When we leave the house he goes crazy. Chews on everything. Even if we are sleeping on the couch, he finds something to chew on. It has just been recently after he got neutered. Can that be why? Or is it because of something else. PLEASE HELP. I might not have a home in a while! :\ its not THAT bad, but still bad.
2006-10-27 17:03:17 · 11 answers · asked by nneis1983 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
It sounds to me like he has developed seperation anxiety. You might try either crating him when you are gone or sleeping, or make sure he has plenty (bunches & bunches) of chew toys, chew bones, etc. There are also sprays & diffusers you can buy from veterinarians or pet chops or pet supply catalogs that are supposed to calm dogs and help ease this feeling of seperation.
Good luck!
2006-10-27 17:07:39 · answer #1 · answered by Vet_Techie_Girl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
How often and for how long do you exercise you dog. Pit bulls are extremely active dogs. I have American Bulldogs. If I don't take them for daily walks they get into all kinds of things. If you can't spend the 30 to 45 minutes daily, then try shorter walks with a backpack and a couple of water bottles (on the dog of course). Which is what I do. If your dog is tired and not bored then most destructive behaviour will usually cease. For the boredom aspect, I use good chew things and lots of them. Large raw hides, hard squeaky toys, special hard chew toys for large breed dogs. Since the behaviour could become a learned response you will have to be very vigilant on catching the behaviour so you can step in with a correction. I used 'NO! Bad chew', then hand them a toy and say 'Good chew'. You may have to have them wear a leash for awhile so you can give it a little tug along with the 'No! This worked for me. Good luck.
2006-10-27 17:54:50 · answer #2 · answered by Private One 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I own a 1 yr old pit. You should invest $15.00 and buy him a "kong".You will find them at Petsmart, Petco etc. These are rubber toys made for tenacious chewers like pits, rotties and german sheperds. They have a hollow interior which you fill with any kind of food..you can use anything. The secret is to really cram the snacks in tight and pack it down. The dogs spend anywhere from 30 mins to 2 hrs trying to get the treats out. There is also a website for "kong" products as well as new ideas to fill the toys. This was the best $15.00 I've spent. Best wishes.
2006-10-27 17:17:23 · answer #3 · answered by pam b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It has nothing to do with him getting Neutered !! That is supose to calm Him Down !! ASk your vet!! He may have a personal problem or a mental illness !! My dog had take dog nerve pills cause she was chewing on my walls and pulling off the paint and all and acting crazy, i think they said that the dogs get Anixety!! It could be that it wants your attention,or it is bored !! make sure to give it lots of Chew Bones and toys when your not home and when your home too and give it lots of attention !! You can take it back to the vet too and tell them, they'll give it some medicne to clam it down too !!! I didn't keep mine on the medicine too long just for a while, she is not like that anymore!! Good luck!! and take it to the Vet asap !!
2006-10-27 18:09:38 · answer #4 · answered by sports_runner_racing 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He's a puppy! It's completely normal, even after he has been neutered.He's in that puppy stage where he chews on everything. I have one too, its the same case. If you can, buy him a dog crate that will fit him,then before you leave to go to work put him in there with his chew toys so he doesn't get bored. When you get home, let him out in the backyard.
2006-10-27 17:09:16 · answer #5 · answered by Julia B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
let me guess, your not walking him regularly--meaning 30 -45 minutes a day.
Nope, yea I didnt think so!
Basically he is aggitated and pissed from not having enough excersise and chewing is his outlet. Bring him on structured walks every morning before you go to work, this way you will drain his energy. Leave him with chew toys and rawhydes.
Also if you catch him chewing on anything you dont approve of, stop him, correct him instantly--use your fingers and thumb to simulate a dog bite to the neck and make a lound low pitched verbal sound.
By the way when you walk him it must be structured meaning that he need to be walking either on your side or behind you. You must establish your dominance or this innocent chewing can turn into biting and eventually land you in court.
Adam
2006-10-27 17:14:19 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your dog has a mineral shortage. He's "cribbing" a condition that will stop when you get him some mineral suppliments. The neuturing could have triggered this as well. His totestrone levels are bottoming out about now and he's trying to replace the missing chemicals with a natural reaction. Even horses and rabbits will do this time to time. I don't have any dogs so I can't recommend any particular brands but your Pet Mart of vet can help you.
2006-10-27 17:25:08 · answer #7 · answered by Zomby wolf 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Dogs chew, some worse than others. Try crate training, and lots of good chew toys. Also more excersise. :-)
2006-10-27 17:10:40 · answer #8 · answered by piper 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The terriable twos and he is probably bored. How long is he left alone for?
Try enrolling in an obedience class and also exercise, exercise, exercise.
2006-10-27 17:11:44 · answer #9 · answered by OU812 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
get him raw hid. take him for alot of walks. put him in a kennel carrior when you are gone. if he bites on something when you see him spray him with water . he will learn and say no to him!!!!!!
2006-10-27 17:06:06 · answer #10 · answered by mama 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋