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Sooner or later every dog lover returns home to find some unexpected damage inflicted by his or her dog; or, more specifically, that dog’s teeth. Although dogs make great use of their vision and sense of smell to explore the world, one of their favorite ways to take in new information is to put their mouths to work.

Fortunately, chewing can be directed onto appropriate items so your dog isn’t destroying things you value or jeopardizing his own safety.

Until he’s learned what he can and can’t chew, however, it’s your responsibility to manage the situation as much as possible, so he doesn’t have the opportunity to chew on unacceptable objects.

1. Understand why dogs chew

Puppies, like infants and toddlers, explore their world by putting objects in their mouths. And, like babies, they teethe for about six months, which usually creates some discomfort. Chewing not only facilitates teething but also makes sore gums feel better.

Adult dogs may engage in destructive chewing for any number of reasons. In order to deal with the behavior, you must first determine why your dog is chewing—and remember, he’s not doing it to spite you. Possible reasons for destructive chewing include:

As a puppy, he wasn’t taught what to chew and what not to chew.

He’s bored.

He suffers from separation anxiety.

His behavior is fear-related.

He wants attention.

Be aware: You may need to consult a behavior professional for help with both separation anxiety and fear-related behaviors.

2. Teach your dog what can be chewed and what can’t

Take responsibility for your own belongings. If you don’t want it in your dog’s mouth, don’t make it available. Keep clothing, shoes, books, trash, eyeglasses and remote controls out of your dog’s reach.

Give your dog toys that are clearly distinguishable from household goods. Don’t confuse him by offering shoes and socks as toys and then expecting him to distinguish between his shoe and yours.

Supervise your dog until he learns the house rules. Keep him with you on his leash in the house so he can’t make a mistake out of your sight. Confine him when you’re unable to keep an eye on him. Choose a “safe place” that’s dog-proof, and provide fresh water and “safe” toys. If your dog is crate trained, you may also place him in his crate for short periods of time.

Give your dog plenty of people-time. Your dog won’t know how to behave if you don’t teach him alternatives to inappropriate behavior, and he can’t learn these when he’s in the yard by himself.

Give your dog plenty of physical and mental exercise. If your dog is bored, he’ll find something to do to amuse himself and you probably won’t like the choices he makes. On the other hand, a tired dog is a good dog, so make sure he gets lots of physical and mental activity. The amount of exercise should be based on his age, health and breed characteristics.

If you catch your dog chewing on something he shouldn’t, interrupt the behavior with a loud noise. Offer him an acceptable chew toy instead, and praise him lavishly when he takes the toy in his mouth.

Build a toy obsession in your dog. Use his toys to feed him. At mealtimes, fill a Kong-type toy with his kibble.

If your puppy is teething, try freezing a wet washcloth for him to chew on. The cold cloth will soothe his gums. Supervise your puppy so he doesn’t chew and swallow any pieces of the washcloth.

Make items unpleasant to your dog. Furniture and other items can be coated with a taste deterrent (such as Bitter Apple®) to make them unappealing.

Caution: Supervise your dog when you first try one of these deterrents. Some dogs will chew an object even if it’s coated with a taste deterrent. Also be aware that you must reapply some of these deterrents to maintain their effectiveness.

Offer your dog a treat in exchange for the item in his mouth. As your dog catches on to this idea, you can add the command “Give” as his cue to release the object in exchange for the yummy treat.

Don’t chase your dog if he grabs an object and runs. If you chase him, you are only giving your dog what he wants. Being chased by his human is fun! Instead call him to you or offer him a treat.

Have realistic expectations. At some point your dog will inevitably chew up something you value; this is often part of the transition to a new home. Your dog needs time to learn the house rules and you need to remember to take precautions and keep things out of his reach.

3. Never discipline or punish your dog after the fact

If you discover a chewed item even minutes after he’s chewed it, you’re too late.

Animals associate punishment with what they’re doing at the time they’re being corrected. Your dog can’t reason that, “I tore up those shoes an hour ago and that’s why I’m being scolded now.” Some people believe this is what a dog is thinking because he runs and hides or because he “looks guilty.”

In reality, “guilty looks” are actually canine submissive postures that dogs show when they’re threatened. When you’re angry and upset, your dog feels threatened by your tone of voice, body postures and/or facial expressions, so he may hide or show submissive postures. Punishment after the fact will not only fail to eliminate the undesirable behavior, but it could also provoke other undesirable behaviors.

Originally posted on The Humane Society of the United States.

A dog training shock collar is an electronic device that gives dog owners a safe method to train their dogs. Dogs are smart animals, and by using an electronic dog training collar you can train a dog effectively, especially if that dog is difficult to train with regular methods. The collars work with batteries. The transmitter will send a signal to the collar when you the push the controls, and this will give your dog a stimulus which is similar to you feeling a small electric shock.

Steps to training your dog with a dog training shock collar

Before training your dog with an electronic collar make sure you read the instructions very carefully. There is a variety of collars out there and each one functions a differently.

Put the batteries in the collar and test the collar on your hand to make sure the stimulus level is the one you want to achieve.

Attach the collar to your dogs neck making sure your are not causing any discomfort.

Start using the collar on your dog. If your dog is not responding try increasing the level of stimulation.

Start with commands your dog is familiar with and then begin using the collar to teach your dog new commands. Make sure you are not hurting the dog as this will not train the dog properly.

Make sure to praise your dog when the dog performs well. Give your dog a special treat or a pat for doing a good job.

You can use an electronic chock collar to control your dogs behavior. If your dog is acting aggressively or is doing a bad act such as digging a hole in the back yard, you can use the collar to stop the bad behavior. First make sure the dog does not see you when they are doing the act, and then activate the transmitter as soon as the dog starts doing the act to stop the dog.

We hope you enjoyed these tips. Check out the best dog training collars here.

There is a vast variety to choose from when it comes to dog training collars, and comparing all the different collars can be tedious and time consuming. Here at PetsVenue we have selected a few top dog training collars to suit your needs, depending on the type of dog you have and the features you require.

Dogtra Super X 2 Dog Training Collar Review

There are many dog training collars to choose from, but if you are looking for an extreme collar for extreme situations then look no further. The Dogtra Super X2 Dog Training Collar is a high end collar that comes equipped with a regular/mild setting toggle switch and an LCD screen that displays the precise level of stimulation your dog is getting even in bad lightning. This is a top of the line collar, not some cheap collar you get at your local Walmart.

The overall customer response to this product has been great. Dogtra came out with a top-notch high end collar that provides precise stimulation levels within a 1 mile range. Buy the Dogtra Super X 2 Dog Training Collar if you need a collar that is very well built, has amazing battery life, and has multiple dedicated vibration/stimulation buttons. This is a great collar for large dogs as well, people have reported buying multiples of these for their mastiffs. If you have a dog that you like to keep off leash, this is a must have item. Customers report no technical difficulties and have used these for hunting dogs as well. The unit stands up to swimming, rain, cold, snow and anything else you throw at it, within reason of course. One tip customers report is that you should make sure the collar is tight enough as usually there is no need to turn it up too high and make your dog yelp. Have peace of mind and security by getting a dog shock collar with remote like this for your extreme dog!

Tri-Tronics Pro 500 G3 EXP Training Collar Review

Tri-Tronics came out with a solid dog training collar that has a consistent 1 mile range, and 18 levels of continuous/momentary stimulation. The remote is sturdy and feels great in the hand. This collar is an upgrade to the older Tri-Tronics Pro 200 G3 EXP Training Collar model. The older model received great reception and reviews just like the new 500 series.

Customers report great luck with this product, including those that use the training shock collar for competitive hunting dogs. The collar is waterproof so your dog can go for a swim with the collar on. This is also a great collar for hard and aggressive dogs. Purchase this dog training shock collar and help your dog become a better citizen. This is a great e-collar, don’t miss out.

Dogtra 1900NCP Field Star 1/2 mile Training Collar Review

This is a slightly more cheap dog training collar option than the Dogtra X 2. This collar has a 1/2 mile range, comes with 2 rechargeable collars/receivers, can be used in the water, and has wide positive customer feedback. It can be used for mild mannered to stubborn dogs and is available in one or two dog systems.

Customers love this product and say that it is a great product for dog owners of all kinds. The collar has great quality, range and is easy to use. Dog owners report big improvements in their dogs behavior since starting to use the collar within just a few months of use. Customers also report using this for their deaf dogs. Improve your relationship with your dog, and your dog’s relationship with society by buying a quality dog bark collar like this Dogtra collar.

Accessories for dog training collars

Check out the Remote Collar Training For Pet Owners DVD for a DVD guide on how to better and safer use your dog training remote collar.

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