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The Secrets Of Stopping Your Dog From Digging
from:Almost all dogs dig holes one time or another. The reason for
dogs digging may go way back to when dogs weren't domesticated
animals. Just like a wolf will bury its kill in the summertime
to get back to it when food is less plentiful, your dog will
often bury his bone in your backyard.
Dog digging is natural in dogs, it's a common behavior. But,
what are some other reasons that dogs dig? There are several
reasons why dogs dig. It's not easy to stop your dog from
digging, especially because the digging often happens when you
are not around.
Other causes of the dog digging are, to keep itself warm, or
cool. For instance, in the summertime, if your dog is outdoors
for some period of time, he may dig a hole in the ground because
it's cool. If it's in the wintertime, the hole enables him to
stay warm. One uncomplicated amends for this kind of conduct is,
if the least bit possible, not allow your dog outdoors for very
long. But, this isn't all of the time a practical solution.
Dog digging can turn into a behavioral problem which requires a
solution and dog behavioral training. Most dogs love to dig, but
digging turns into a problem when it becomes an excessive habit.
A problematic reason why a dog dig is boredom. This is rather a
difficult one to cure, as the dog will only dig while you're not
around, it stands to reason, if you're at the place, then he's
less likely to become bored. You need to think back that dogs
are, on the whole intelligent creatures, and that they need to
be stimulated, otherwise this will turn into destructive
behavior.
Digging holes is as well an indication that your dog isn't
getting adequate physical exercise. He can't tell you what he
lacks, therefore digging a hole is his method of releasing all
that additional vitality. You only have to observe your dog for
a couple of minutes whilst he's digging to realize just how much
energy he puts into digging the hole, and oftentimes how
delighted he seems to be when he has finished!
Whatever the cause your dog is digging holes, it's in all
likelihood something that you want to stop. If he only digs in
front of you, then a simple 'No' command over a few dog training
sessions may be sufficient. You can as well try to direct his
attention to something else, like a toy or a treat.
If the digging is done when you're away then it needs a
different approach.
A technique you'll be able to use is that when you next notice a
new hole in the yard, put a stake into the center of it and tie
your dog to the stake with a leash. Then allow him to stay there
for a little while, close to twenty minutes will generally do
the trick. Do this every time that you discover a new hole - be
patient - it may take a few attempts. Sooner or later the dog
will come to associate digging holes with being tied up, and
will stop. Don't leave the dog tied up for a long time, as,
number one isn't fare to the dog, and number two, the dog will
dig more, out of boredom.
What I discovered to be most effective was to exercise the dog.
The dog will be so tired after exercise that he might not have
any energy left to dig.
Never scream at your dog for digging a hole. If he's looking for
attention, then in his eyes, attention is attention. He would
rather receive nice attention, but shouting will work for him as
well. Make sure that the attention he receives is for the good
stuff.
If none of this work and alternative is to cover the holes he
makes, so he can't keep digging on them. But, this doesn't
always work.
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