Effective Tips to Stop Your Dog's Home Destruction Habi
The reasons are quite simple: dogs feel lonely and require companionship, and being alone can be incredibly heartbreaking for them. However, in the real world, people have to focus on their studies and work, which often means they cannot be with their dogs at all times. This is a situation that we cannot change. In the past, I have shared tips on how to train dogs not to chew on things, which primarily addresses the issue of correcting this behavior when they are left alone at home. The key to solving this problem lies in addressing the dog's bad habit of misbehaving when left alone, thus alleviating the frustration for their owners.
One: The Real Reason
The true reason behind a dog's destructive behavior when left alone at home:
Upon returning home, most owners find their sofas, beds, trash bins, and other items in disarray, having been rummaged through by their furry friend; they may also discover urine or feces in the kitchen or bedroom corners; or they might see their dog chasing clothes on the clothesline, eagerly tearing them apart; or when cleaning, the dog might chase brooms and dustpans, growling as if warning them. When the cleaning continues, the dog will not hesitate to charge at the broom or mop, tearing them to shreds until they are in pieces.
When working professionals encounter such situations, scolding the dog no longer serves to make it understand that it has made a mistake. Instead, it may mistakenly believe that "this is the only way to get my owner's attention and play with me." At this point, we must recognize that your dog has developed "separation anxiety."
Two: Tutorial Methods
How to correct a dog's destructive behavior when left alone at home – a dog training tutorial:
When leaving the house, avoid saying goodbye to your dog, as this might provoke it to act out in frustration from being left alone.
Upon returning home, do not rush to play with your dog. Instead, allow it to calm down before approaching it.
When your dog is alone, provide it with sturdy toys. You can also create an environment similar to when you are at home by using a radio or similar devices, making the dog feel as if you are still there and encouraging it to entertain itself quietly.
