Stop Puppies Chewing Today
If you’ve ever had to train or take care of a new puppy, you might already know that a common problem is puppies chewing. This can vary in severity according to the breed but chewing is a common problem in many young dogs that can actually be prevented and corrected in most cases.
The damage causes a physical problem but it can also damage the relationship with you and your dog as well as anyone else who comes in contact with the puppy.
Chewing in puppies is a completely normal behavior but when it happens in inappropriate places, it becomes a real problem for everyone involved. Young puppies often don’t know any better because they have not been taught when and where it is ok to chew.
If you want to take the right steps to stop puppies chewing, you need to know why they are chewing in the first place. Puppies actually use their teeth for many things besides eating such as to explore their environement and also to relieve stress. Your puppy chewing can come from any of these things.
Puppies will also chew more than usual when they are getting their permanent teeth. This is a bit like babies who need to chew on toys or teething rings while their teeth are coming through. You want to relieve the pain and discomfort by giving your puppy something safe she can chew on.
You can teach your puppy when and where it is ok to chew and this will help relieve complications that come from puppies chewing. Safe, approved chew toys can help with this problem. You also want to be sure your puppy is getting enough play time every day and that you take the proper steps to prevent boredom which can lead to chewing.
If your puppies chewing is because of fear or anxiety and other related stress, you need to find the source so you can fix the problem. When your puppy feels secure once again, the destructive chewing will stop.
In some rare cases, your puppy could be chewing due to a medical condition. This is when it would be suggested to have your vet look over the puppy to check that everything is normal and healthy. It’s important to first rule out any health conditions.
You can also help prevent puppy chewing problems when you first buy or adopt your new puppy. Look for breeds that are less likely to chew if you fear it will be a problem. You need to choose a puppy that meets your particular personality and lifestyle. This is best for you and the puppy and since destructive behavior like chewing often comes as a result of stress or boredom, choosing the right puppy for you can help prevent this.
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