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Problems & Conundrums:
Changing Your Dog's Behavior
Chewing
Chewing is,
in part, our dog’s natural instinct. It is important we allow them time to chew
using “legal chew toys” such as Nyla bones or smart toys such as Kongs, Buster
Cubes or plastic treat balls. When chewing interferes with their safety or our
pocket, then it has become a problem.
Be sure the life of your pet is balanced
with social activity and that none of the “nine ingredients” (learned in
puppy
kindergarten) are being left out. Teaching your dog what and where to chew not
only helps him release the urge, but maintains order and safety in your house.
Schedule two 15-30 minute quality play, exercise and socialization
times each day. Incorporate
supervised chew time during their “play session”. When finished, put all chew
toys away for the next time. A dog that is stimulated is less likely to vent
his boredom on destruction, like chewing.
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