So your dog is a digger! Don’t despair, there is hope, but that first requires analyzing your dog’s behavior to determine what is leading it into this temptation.
We have to ask, Why is my dog digging? It could be a breed trait, it could be your dog is bored, anxious, hot, or has the desire to roam. These are all triggers of digging. If a dog is left alone in the yard too long it may be bored. If that is the case, providing plenty of toys and large bones to chew will keep your pooch busy. A dog that is hot will dig a hole in which to lie because the dirt under the surface is cooler. Be sure your dog can find a cool spot while outdoors. Whether it’s an umbrella, a shelter, or a wading pool, make sure your dog has a place to get shade and get out of the heat. Another reason for digging is the desire to roam. An intact male dog may be digging to escape. Usually if a dog is neutered it will stop roaming. Hunting for prey is another motivator for digging behavior. Moles or other subterranean animals may be living under your lawn. In addition, separation from owner could be a reason for digging. Your dog may be frantic to get back to you or another dog in the house.
Punishment is not the solution!! Providing and alternative for your dog could is the best solution! Give the dog and area where digging is ok. Whenever the dog starts to dig elsewhere redirect them to their spot. Frustrated owners have tried many things. Some have put hot pepper sauce on the ground or other “dog-off” products. These things may work for a little while but the dog will usually just go and dig somewhere else.
Find out what's happening in Shelton-Derbywith free, real-time updates from Patch.
Figure out why your dog is digging and then work with your dog until you find a solution. That is the best way to solve the problem.
Helpful Hints:
Find out what's happening in Shelton-Derbywith free, real-time updates from Patch.
1. Punishing your dog will not teach it to stop digging.
2. Dogs that are not neutered like to roam. Have your dog neutered.
3. Provide shelter so your dog isn’t digging a cool-down hole.
4. Provide plenty of bones and toys to keep your dog from becoming bored.
5. Create a digging area where digging is ok. For example , a sand box filled with dirt.
6. Play with your dog. They love companionship. And after all, isn’t that why you got a dog in the first place?
