and can you spray the near electrical appliances
2007-02-25 22:41:03 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
..best thing that worked with my dogs was if I caught them chewing something they shouldnt, I said no and replaced it with a dog chew. They then didnt associate me with taking things away from them and were happy with their chews. Neither of my 2 rotties have been destructive, and I was able to buy a new leather sofa without worrying they would be tempted to chew it.
2007-02-25 22:46:42 · answer #1 · answered by Buttsmear 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No the sprays do not work. People will try to get you to use peppers, vinegar, tabasco, all sorts of things.....believe me....Puppies are cutting teeth so nothing short of training, making sure they have something safe to chew will save your belongings. I never had that big of problem with electrical appliances because I watched where I put cords just as I would with babies. Crate training is a good idea. I know some people think that is cruel but...If you think of it as dogs in the wild find a small place to hide and sleep and dogs sleep 16 hours a day why not give them their own bed ? all they need is a place big enought to stand up turn around and to lie down and stretch out in. Then they are safe from chewing up anything that could hurt them and you have piece of mind and come home and are not mad at the puppy.
I always found it interesting when my puppies grew into adulthood and I would leave them loose in the house while I was at work I would come home to find them asleep in their bed (crate).
2007-02-26 00:39:13 · answer #2 · answered by dac46219 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have raised many breeds of dogs ,and have found that most of the sprays do not work. If you can see why and when the puppy is chewing (when you leave or when you correct him/her)you can usually find a way to stop it .
I have a pit bull, and I stopped him with raw hides , and a giant smoked bone. At least now he only chews on things he knows is alright to chew on and not my shoes.
Also give him plenty of toys to play with , this will help stop boredom and frustration.
2007-02-25 22:57:26 · answer #3 · answered by John K 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It depends on your dog, I tried it once on my Staffie..did not stop him. he just licked it all off 1st lol. I would still give it a go tho, look into getting a crate, and crate training your puppy, also make sure he/she got plenty of toys, chewing when you are out is a sign of boredom / separation anxiety. You can spay them NEAR electrical appliances, but switch them off 1st, and allow the spray to dry before turning back on, Hope this helps. and best of luck.
2007-02-25 22:49:56 · answer #4 · answered by uk_staffie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, they don't work!
I've brought 2 dogs up from scratch now - a boxer and a ridgeback. The boxer used to chew the wallpaper and kitchen cabinets, so I coated them in curry paste - he couldn't stand it and stopped! My ridgeback has always been told 'no' to chewing and has always had lots and lots of her own chews and toys to gnaw on. She hasn't touched any furniture at all and can be left on her own no problems. The only thing she loves are my furry slippers! But everything else is left alone. Keeping them amused, exercised and stimulated while you are home with them leaves them content enough with their own toys while you're not!
2007-02-25 23:59:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dogs chew because there teething do not ever give them old shoes to chew on dogs dont know the difference between old runners and those new shoes you bought. sprays dont work. but pet stores carry lots of chew toys
2007-02-28 17:03:23 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
i sprayed curtains and the bottom step of my stair carpet,which were areas my pup liked to chew with aerosol deodrant(one that dosent leave white marks) it worked very well together with constant training,and moving valuables out of reach, introducing them slowly when i could keep an eye on her.i wouldnt spray electrical appliances with anything though,i just would not leave her alone with them until she could be trusted.
2007-02-27 02:14:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use a spray called "Bitter Apple" and I get it from PetsMart and it really helps. It is in a green and yellow bottle and it costs something like $7 or something. Hope this helps
2007-02-26 00:02:10 · answer #8 · answered by Jill 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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For example, suppose that on many evenings, your young dog gets busy looking for trouble just as you’re digesting your dinner. He grabs a boot from the mat by the front door and gallops through the house with it. You yell at him and take it away. He grabs its mate. You yell and take it away. He heads for the kitchen and starts checking out the counters in case something tasty’s been left behind. You chase him away. And on and on, until you’ve lost your temper and torn out clumps of hair you can ill afford to lose.
2016-04-21 13:25:34 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Clove oil is EXCELLENT. Put it on ares that are vulnerable to pup's teeth. My last pup wasn't deterred at all by sprays.
Whenever you catch pup chewing, place a toy in his mouth that he is allowed to chew. Works for me.
2007-02-26 09:58:35 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋