Stop Dogs Digging
Written by Craig Clemins   
Sunday, 22 March 2009

 

Dogs frequently cause many problems for their owners through their love to dig. Every year thousands of dog owners are left wondering how on earth they can stop this all too common problem.

 

Dogs were digging long before humans decided they would make great pets, this habit is deeply entrenched in there blood making it very difficult to break. The dog's that are most known for their digging are breeds originating in Nordic countries such as Scandinavia and Siberia.

The main causes of digging include boredom, separation anxiety, insufficient exercise, and trying to escape.

Some logical solutions to stop dogs digging can be derived from the main causes of digging, If your dog suffers from boredom, get him some new toys; if he's lacking exercise take him for a run once a day; and if he is just trying to escape, you might be wise to leave him inside or on a leash when you're not there.

If your dog simple likes to dig for the sake of digging, consider some of the following tips to help the situation:

Don't allow your dog in the yard alone. You'll be able to eliminate digging immediately by doing this.

Choose strong plants for your garden. Plants such as roses have their own protective mechanisms so they make fantastic plants in gardens where dogs like to dig.

Try using a spray or powder digging deterrent. These can be very effective and cost effective in many cases.

Booby trap the yard. Bury balloons in your dog's favourite digging area, the fright your dog gets when one of these explodes may be enough to put him off digging for a long time!

Some people find that allocating a small section of the yard for digging works quite well. If the tricks mentioned above don't work for you, this may be another solution.

Another way to channel your dogs digging into one area is by setting up a dig-box. This works best for small dogs but has worked well for large dogs as well.

Keep your dogs feeling in mind when you are restricting the digging. Some dogs get a lot of enjoyment out of this pastime - where possible try to find a win - win scenario.

The tips mentioned in this article can in some cases totally eradicate digging, or at least minimize it. If you want to put an end to digging for good you may need to use a professional dog training guide to assist you. Check out the best seller listed below.

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