How To Train Your Dog Not To Chew

Released on = January 4, 2006, 9:29 am

Press Release Author = Jonathan Cheong

Industry = Small Business

Press Release Summary = Even though chewing is natural and healthy, that does not
mean that the dog should be given carte blanche and allowed to chew everything in
sight. It is vital for every dog to learn the difference between the things it is
OK to chew on, like toys and ropes, and the things that are off limits, such as
carpets, shoes and other items.



Press Release Body = Chewing is something that comes naturally to every dog. Every
dog feels the instinctual need to sharpen its teeth and hone his biting skills.
Chewing on the right things, like specially designed chew toys for instance, can
even help the dog clean his teeth and remove plaque.



Even though chewing is natural and healthy, that does not mean that the dog should
be given carte blanche and allowed to chew everything in sight. It is vital for
every dog to learn the difference between the things it is OK to chew on, like toys
and ropes, and the things that are off limits, such as carpets, shoes and other
items.



When working with a new puppy, it is advisable to keep the puppy in a small, puppy
proofed room for a few weeks. This is important not only to prevent chewing but to
properly house train the puppy as well.



Older dogs should also be confined to a small area at first. Doing this allows the
dog to slowly acquaint him or herself to the smells and sights of the new household.




When a small, confined area is set up, be sure to provide the puppy or dog with a
few good quality chew toys to keep the dog entertained while it is not possible to
supervise him. Of course the dog should also be provided with a warm place to sleep
and plenty of fresh clean water.



As the dog is slowly moved to larger and larger portions of the home, there may be
more opportunities to chew inappropriate items. As the dog is given freer access to
the home, it is important to keep any items that the dog or puppy should not chew,
things like throw rugs, shoes, etc. up off of the floor. If an object is forgotten
to be moved and to find that the dog has chewed it, resist the urge to punish or
yell at the dog. Instead, distract the dog with one of its favorite toys and remove
the inappropriate item from its mouth.



The dog should then be provided with one of its favorite toys. Praise the dog
extensively when it picks up and begins to chew its toy. This will help to teach
the dog that it gets rewarded when it chews certain items, but not when it chews
other items.



Teaching the dog what is appropriate to chew is very important, not only for the
safety of expensive furniture and rugs, but for the safety of the dog as well.
Many dogs have chewed through dangerous items like extension cords and the like.
This of course can injure the dog severely or even spark a fire.


(To Be Continued...)


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