It’s hard to describe to non-dog owners the potential of destruction a dog has. One example I always like to show my friends is the Marley & Me movie. People think the dog’s shenanigans in that film are an exaggeration for comedic effect. But once you have such a dog yourself, you know it’s not fiction. It’s reality.
Dogs are going to bark, howl, chew and eat things you didn’t know could be eaten. Just look at this collection of pictures we here at Bored Panda have picked out for you. These doggies ripped through paper, furniture, and even walls to get their point across. What was that point? Maybe “I do it ’cause I can”?…
We Completed A New Puzzle, But Our Puppy Managed To Snag A Piece And Destroy It, So We Had To Improvise
Dog Dragged The Sprinkler Inside
My Cousin Said Brownie Is A Well-Behaved Dog. I Came Home To This, And I Can’t Stop Laughing
Destructive behavior in dogs is one of the most common problems for owners. Of course, puppies are the most prone to this because they’ve had no training yet. Sometimes pups start chewing up the furniture even if they have tons of toys lying around.
So where does this problem come from? The American Kennel Club writes that if the dog can reach a thing, to them that means it’s on offer. Especially if that thing has the owner’s scent to it. The problem is especially common with puppies because they might be teething. Chewing alleviates the gum pain, but that’s what puppy toys are for.
Tell Me How My Dog Chewed Everything She Could Find In My Room But The Only Thing She Didn’t Chew Was Her Obedience School Certificate
Well, That Didn’t Work
And They Say Money Can’t Buy Happiness. Look At That Smile
If your pup is engaging in destructive behavior, it’s very important to understand why. Some people think that they might be doing this out of spite or revenge. But dogs don’t operate like humans do. The MSPCA (Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) writes that this is how dogs relieve anxiety and let out excess energy.
They can also start tearing things apart because of boredom. If an adult dog lacks exercise, mental stimulation or training, they might start chewing everything around them. There’s also separation anxiety and fear, for which the underlying reasons can be more complicated – genetics, phobias or traumatic experiences.
Sorry Class, My Dog Ate Everyone’s Homework
It’s Going To Be A Rough 24 Hours For Both Of Us
Dad, I’m Not Really Sure How To Say This But… I Screwed Up. I’m Sorry
Separation anxiety can be very common in dogs obtained from shelters or found on the street. Dogs from shelters can exhibit other signs of separation anxiety. That includes following the owner around, always frantically greeting them and being anxious when the owner prepares to leave the house.
It’s crucial to understand that if these are the causes of your dog’s destructive behavior, punishment will not help. It will only have a negative effect.
When You’re In The Middle Of Your Crime Scene, Pretend You’re A Victim. I Think It’s Hilarious, Although I Wouldn’t Want To Be The One Who Had To Clean It Up
Went Downstairs For Five Minutes
I Didn’t Get The Job I Wanted, So My Dog Ate My Rejection Letter
The AKC suggests puppy-proofing your room or home to avoid finding your furniture in shambles. Just like we do with toddlers – either a dog crate or a puppy-gated room would work. If you don’t have enough space, put valuable things out of reach.
Roscoe Took Christmas Decoration Duty Into His Own Hands (Paws) Last Night
I’m At Work Right Now, And I Decided To Check Up On My Puppy On My New Home Security Camera. All I Can Do Is Watch
My Friend’s Dog Thought The Foot On My Prosthesis Was A Chew Toy
