How to get a dog to stop chewing thigs up?

Question

Ok I have a puppy. I have had her for 8 months now. when she gets mad at me or my family she chews things up. tonight she chewed up my moms shoes because my mom would not take her out front on the porch. I was wondering if anyone could help me with my problem. she also does other things like get in the trash and tears up our rooms while we are not at home. so if you could help me with any of these problems I thank you very much

Answer 1

go to the store and buy youre puppy some safer dogs toys that youre dog will like to chew on and play with all the time . and there are some chewing milk bones for puppy to chew on too to keep their teeth clean and strong.

Answer 2

Hi

Puppies learn about their world through chewing much the same as human children. They use their senses to explore the new world, which lies before them and their tactile sense, and sense of taste is brought into play as they chew on various objects. Much like human children, pups also need our protection from the dangers that lurk in their explorations. Electrical cords, needles, poisonous houseplants and household chemicals, even chocolate, all pose very real threats to your pet. It is your duty to protect the animal from these dangers.

Consistent training with the “NO” command can do this. No is a word your dog should learn early and respond to instantly. This one word has saved many dogs from many horrible fates. The pup is trained by repeatedly using the “NO” command every time a situation occurs. If you pet is caught chewing on your shoes, say “NO” in an affirmative tone and take the item from the animal. Do not let it become a game of tug-o-war. Rather, remove the item quickly or back up your “NO” with a spray from a water bottle, a loud clapping of the hands or a light but convincing tap on the nose. This little diversion is usually enough to make a dog lose interest in whatever they may have been chewing on. Also, do not give chase to an animal chewing on an undesirable selection of chew toy. The will interpret this action to be a game and they will be most happy to play for hours on end. Instead, calmly work your way towards the animal and then remove the object. For items that are habitually mistreated, a chemical additive such as Bitter Apple may be in order to impart a foul taste to the item and make it unpalatable for the animal to chew on. Crate Training is also effective to stop chewing behavior and we shall discuss this course at length in later articles.

You do not want to completely destroy your dogs urge to chew however as this habit is healthy for them when exercised correctly. Instead, offer them suitable objects for their chewing pleasure. Perhaps a dog toy ( For quieter households, remove any squeakers from the toy. ) Rope toys and crunchy dog biscuits provide good outlets for a dog’s destructive behavior and also help to keep up the oral hygiene of your pet.

Also be aware that all animals are different. Your dog may react differently than another dog in a given situation. Some dogs develop aggressive stances upon attempts to remove an object from their possession. If your dog becomes aggressive and territorial, then professional assistance is highly recommended to avoid further problems or biting.

Hope that helps.

Answer 3

Dogs don't do things out of spite, so throw that idea out.

Your dog is doing this because no one has taught her differently, and she's allowed free roam without supervision.

When someone can't be watching her like a hawk she needs to be crated.

When you can watch her and see her going for something she shouldn't, tell her NO in a firm tone. This will stop her. Wait a few seconds and offer one of her toys, when she takes it praise her lavishly. Also praise her lavishly if she chews on her toys on her own. She may stop chewing the toy to come to you, but that's ok, she has gotten the message that you like it when she does that.

Limit the toy collection. To many toys can be problem, if a dog has to many toys, they can start to view everything as their toy. Limit toys to 3 or 4 favorites and donate the rest.

It will take time, but she will learn what is and isn't appropriate to chew on.

It will also teach people to pick up after themselves as well.

Answer 4

Your pup is like a child, it wants attention and feels left out. Keep things up and out of the way, create a pup friendly/safe environment. Get her chew toys and teach her that your socks, sneakers and books are a no. Try leaving the TV on when you're gone for a few hours.
If all fails, crate or put in the garage.

Answer 5

Puppies are like human babies, they teethe, and need to soothe their gums, in addition to exploring the world around them via their mouths. You need to get her lots of safe toys to chew (I would suggest a Kong ball, as they're quite sturdy) and teach her that only those toys are okay to chew. Try some bitter apple spray on things you want her to stay away from.

Answer 6

Spend more time with your puppy so you'll get to understand each other better. Then buy him some safe puppy toys or those hard dog food that she can gnaw on- she needs somewhere to do that.

Answer 7

make a mix of tea tree oil and water in a spray bottle and spray it near the area that the dog is not allowed to go, near a wardrobe for example the tea tree will not stain fabric if sprayed onto furniture.

Answer 8

it's not angry, it's just having trouble with her teeth
and alternative is bitter apple spray

Answer 9

get a crate