my dogs chew up everything while im gone to work. what do i do?

Question

Even if im gone for just 10 minutes today they set the record with 2 fake polar bears, knocked over a vase with willow twigs (gorgeous by the way but not anymore.), chewed up my red energy powder and left stains on the carpet (red. ugly!!), knocked a plant over, got into the cat's litter box and food and chewed up a candle and their toy. im completely stuck!! weve tried everything! please help!!!

Answer 1

try going to the nearest pet store and get this spray stuff i for got what its called but the ppl who work there will know but it don't have a smell it makes stuff bitter for animals so they wont chew on it

Answer 2

This is a sign of frustration. I have had and bred Rottweilers for years. When you leave home they tend to get frustrated. Dogs are very dependant which can be a hassle. The best suggestion would be to confine them to a small section of your living space until you can train them to not chew on things which takes time and patience, but there is hope with that you can train your dogs to not chew on things while you are not home. Another idea would be to buy some sort of deterant like bitter apple that has a bad bitter taste that dogs hate. Hope this helps. :)

Answer 3

do your dogs get enough exercise? running around the house and backyard is no substitution for long walks. Dogs need to go out, need to be walked in a disciplined manner. When they are bored and frustrated they destroy things to get attention. besides, since you weren't there to correct them, how are they supposed to know it's wrong to chew things up? If you drain the dog energy, they'll be more content to relax at home. I noticed that with my dog - he only destroys slippers and steals my things if i don't walk him for a day or two. good luck!

Answer 4

do your dogs get enough exercise? running around the house and backyard is no substitution for long walks. Dogs need to go out, need to be walked in a disciplined manner. When they are bored and frustrated they destroy things to get attention. besides, since you weren't there to correct them, how are they supposed to know it's wrong to chew things up? If you drain the dog energy, they'll be more content to relax at home. I noticed that with my dog - he only destroys slippers and steals my things if i don't walk him for a day or two. good luck!

Answer 5

Your Dogs sound like they suffer from Canine Separation Anxiety Disorder. Try the link below for more information. Good Luck!!

http://www.petcaretips.net/canine_separation_anxiety.html

Answer 6

Kennel them when you are gone! This will not allow them to chew anything up! If they are in a kennel, they can't chew up anything. It may sound mean but it is for the safety of your dogs and your sanity. That way, they can't accidentally swallow anything and possibly choke!

Answer 7

oh dear. You'll need a crate for your dog, and while you're getting that, get some chewies for him to work on in there. Believe me, your peace of mind will improve! And, your dog won't be able to hurt himself when he's confined in this safe, humane way.

Answer 8

can you crate them? That works for a friend of mine that raises dogs. They make crates all the up to Newfie size.

God luck with your little stinkers.

Take care-
Cat
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Answer 9

You could take them to an obedience school.But if you can't do that then maybe you could leave them outside.You can put them in the garage too.Tell them in a very deep and stern voice that they can't do that anymore.

Answer 10

Crate training.