If you own a dog there's every chance you will encounter dog chewing problems. This article outlines the common reasons why dogs chew, and also how to stop your dog from chewing.
When puppies and dogs chew it is a perfectly natural behavior, just very annoying for us dog owners. Sometimes the chewing can be a dangerous habit for your dog. Things like electric wires, poisons and any number of other objects can cause serious harm to your dog.
Common Reasons Why Puppies and Dogs Chew
- Lonely or boredom.
- Separation anxiety, often occurs if you work long hours away from home.
- When they are teething.
- Through fear or a phobia.
- Seeking attention.
- Through anticipation, dogs often chew just before their owner is due to arrive home.
Dogs chew just about anything they can wrap their mouths around. My dogs love chewing socks, shoes, furniture and my whippet actually chewed a large whole in the side of our house!
