My dog loves to chew up my shoes, no matter how many times I tell him not to do it. How can I punish my dog for chewing up my shoes?
My dog loves to chew up my shoes, no matter how many times I tell him not to do it. How can I punish my dog for chewing up my shoes?
user
You can punish your dog for chewing up your shoes by putting him in a "time-out" spot, such as a corner of the room, and leaving him there for 5-10 minutes. You can also use an aversive deterrent such as lemon juice or raw egg whites to make your shoes less enjoyable to chew on. If the problem persists, you may need to try professional training.
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My dog loves to chew up my shoes, no matter how many times I tell him not to do it. How can I punish my dog for chewing up my shoes?
user
One way to punish your dog for chewing up your shoes is to spray them with a taste deterrent such as Bitter Apple. You can also try placing Double-Chested Dummies in their bed or hiding a few toys around the house for them to find as an alternative. You may also want to consider giving him tougher and more interesting toys designed specifically for chewing, like the Natural Pet chew bones which can help keep his attention away from your shoes.  Additionally, make sure you provide ample exercise and mental enrichment – taking your pup out on regular walks while providing positive reinforcement can all help reduce unwanted behaviors like shoe-chewing.
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