We have a vandal in our house!
“Vandal dog”, “sawmill dog”, “terminator dog” – have you come across such concepts? So called dogs that gnaw everything and destroy toys in no time. They not only have a huge passion for chewing, but also incredibly strong jaws, under the onslaught of which everything shatters into pieces. How to wean a dog to gnaw everything and are there non-gnawable toys?
All dogs love to chew. Chewing for them is a natural need and the best way to cope with boredom and stress. If the pet does not have special toys that he can chew on, personal belongings of the owners will be used.
Some dogs are real champions in chewing. They are ready to gnaw everything in their path and simply cannot live without it. If your dog chews on toys as soon as you offer them, congratulations, you are the owner of such a record holder! Most likely, more than one pair of damaged shoes reminds you of this. But do not rush to despair!
To eliminate the problem, it is enough to choose the right toys that will capture the attention of the dog for a long time and withstand the onslaught of sharp teeth. Believe me, there are. Ask pet stores for special durable toys for vandal dogs. To make your choice easier, here are some examples.
Jive Zogoflex. Balls of titanic durability. These toys are impossible to chew! Despite the super strength, the material is plastic enough not to injure the oral cavity. The toys are available in several sizes for different breeds of dogs.
Tux Zogoflex. Anti-vandal models in the form of a molecule with a hole for filling with goodies. Dogs are drawn to the voluminous shape and pliable soft material, and the added incentive of treats makes play as fun as it gets!
Zogoflex toys are so durable that the manufacturer guarantees a replacement in case the dog manages to chew them!
Kong. A toy popular all over the world. Plastic pyramids are ideal for chewing and filling with treats, are used for fetching, and help in education. The red Kongs are the classic line, while the black (Extreme) are designed specifically for dogs with very strong jaws. Various sizes are available.
Deerhorn Petstages – an analogue of a deer horn. Unlike a real horn, Deerhorn does not damage tooth enamel and does not break under the influence of teeth. The composition of the material includes flour from deer antlers. Its appetizing aroma attracts the dog, influencing the natural instincts. These are very durable long-lasting toys for dogs.
To maintain interest in toys, give your dog several different models and alternate between them.
When buying a toy, be guided by its characteristics. More about this in the article “”.
If your pet has an obsessive desire to chew, analyze his condition. The reason for this behavior can be stress, frequent being alone and longing for the owner, lack of physical activity and contact with family members, banal boredom and beriberi. Health problems should be addressed in a timely manner, and classes with the dog, active walks and, of course, the attention of the owner will help to correct behavior and direct energy in the right direction. Without it, nowhere!
