Give your dogs toys to chew..
Wednesday, July 8th, 2009Is your dog fond of chewing? Has he ever damaged things in your home or personal items, like clothes, shoes and electronics? I am sure he has, because he loves to chew and it is his natural instinct.
But for some dog owners this is a real problem.
How often do we realize what our friends actually want? Since they cannot speak don’t you think it is entirely our responsibility to take care of all their needs? We have to understand that unless we give him his stuff to chew, he will be forced to satisfy his natural instincts by chewing the things around him and giving you those extra wrinkles. And trust me, he will find plenty of things that are pleasing for him to chew but not to you.
I know it is a difficult problem to handle, but there are a few things that can be kept in mind.
1. Give your pet a good quality chew toy. Make sure he has enough toys so that he understands what he can chew and what he cannot.
2. Rotate his toys from time to time so that he doesn’t get bored.
3. Make sure there are no removable parts that can be easily broken off and eaten.
4. Avoid toys that are small enough for your dog to swallow or too large for him to play with comfortably.
5. When you first give your dog a new toy, supervise him to ensure that he plays with it properly.
6. Choose toys that can be washed. Otherwise they might become breeding grounds for bacteria.
A good chew toy will satisfy your dog’s natural urge to chew, and also keep him chirpy and in good mood.