Topic > How to Train Your Dog - 2179

You sure love your dog, but how do you cope when he has chewed and destroyed the carpet that you also love or the cell phone charger that you so badly need? Naturally, you would feel a painful sense of loss for the item that was just destroyed or was such a waste. You may also feel frustrated with your pet's bad habit. You may also feel very helpless. Now, imagine how you would feel if what your precious dog chewed was harmful to his health and he started exhibiting digestive or oral disorders. So, before you get to this depressing state, it is highly advisable to immediately start training your dog to get rid of his incessant chewing on everything he comes across. To achieve this, the first thing you need to do is become aware of the main reasons why your pet does this. It could be that he is bored out of his mind, lacks exercise, or simply needs to burn off excess energy. Therefore, try playing or interacting with him again. Also take him out for a walk or let him run around your garden for a while and see if he stops chewing non-stop or not. If he does, then that's it: more play and exercise is all he needs. If you really don't have time for more games with your canine friend, buy him several toys, especially those designed to be chewed, like those pseudo bones. Now, if your dog doesn't stop destructive chewing, even if you exercise him and play with him regularly, this is the time you need to implement more serious corrective measures. One thing you can do is confine your pet until it can be trusted not to rot things in the house. Otherwise, you could give him a smack on the nose (never overdo it) every time he chews something he shouldn't. Accompany... in the center of the paper... right in front of you, don't pull the leash but simply turn around and he will have no choice but to return to your side. If you are walking and he stays to your left, be sure to praise him. But if he takes the lead, stop with the praise and turn around. Keep doing this until he realizes he should be close to you. Don't forget to constantly associate the word "heel" with him being on the left side. Once you see that your dog understands exactly what you want him to do, you can start going on longer walks. If he rambles, turn around and stop until he realizes his mistake. If he behaves well, shower him with praise and a treat or two. Leash training may seem like hard work because it really is. But be patient because your canine best friend will learn sooner or later and the benefits you will get later will definitely be rewarding.