{"id":5822,"date":"2022-07-21T20:15:03","date_gmt":"2022-07-21T19:15:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/?p=5822"},"modified":"2024-01-15T18:44:14","modified_gmt":"2024-01-15T18:44:14","slug":"why-does-my-dog-eat-everything","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/why-does-my-dog-eat-everything\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Does My Dog Eat Everything? Dog&#8217;s Puzzling Habit"},"content":{"rendered":"<nav aria-label=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"rank-math-breadcrumb\"><p><\/p><\/nav>\n<p>Ever found yourself wondering, &#8220;Why does my dog eat everything?&#8221; It&#8217;s a common perplexity among pet owners, and while our furry friends bring immense joy into our lives, their insatiable appetite for the unusual can leave us scratching our heads. In this exploration, we&#8217;ll dive into the curious behavior of dogs who seem to devour everything in sight, from socks to sticks, unraveling the mystery behind this quirky canine habit.<\/p>\n<p>Why Does My Dog Eat Everything? Puppies and Dogs chew, it&#8217;s natural. Stopping them from chewing is more difficult.\u00a0 Younger dogs tend to chew when they are trying to find their new surroundings. Different breeds of dogs chew different things. Rupert our 6 month-old Dachshund <a href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/best-indestructible-dog-chew-toys\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">chews his bed and his toys.<\/a> He is on his 3rd or 4th bed now and 2nd blanket.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why-Does-My-Dog-Eat-Everything\"><\/span><strong>Why Does My Dog Eat Everything?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_62 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/why-does-my-dog-eat-everything\/#Why-Does-My-Dog-Eat-Everything\" title=\"Why Does My Dog Eat Everything?\">Why Does My Dog Eat Everything?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/why-does-my-dog-eat-everything\/#What-Can-I-Do-To-Prevent-My-Dog-From-EatingChewing-Unnecessarily\" title=\"What Can I Do To Prevent My Dog From Eating\/Chewing Unnecessarily?\">What Can I Do To Prevent My Dog From Eating\/Chewing Unnecessarily?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/why-does-my-dog-eat-everything\/#How-To-Ensure-Safety-Of-Your-Pups\" title=\"How To Ensure Safety Of Your Pups?\">How To Ensure Safety Of Your Pups?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/why-does-my-dog-eat-everything\/#What-Problems-Are-Faced-With-Dog-Chewing\" title=\"What Problems Are Faced With Dog Chewing?\">What Problems Are Faced With Dog Chewing?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/why-does-my-dog-eat-everything\/#Why-Are-My-Dogs-Chewing-Getting-Worse\" title=\"Why Are My Dogs Chewing Getting Worse?\">Why Are My Dogs Chewing Getting Worse?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/why-does-my-dog-eat-everything\/#What-Should-I-Avoid\" title=\"What Should I Avoid?\">What Should I Avoid?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/why-does-my-dog-eat-everything\/#A-Culinary-Conundrum-Unraveled\" title=\"A Culinary Conundrum Unraveled\">A Culinary Conundrum Unraveled<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>There are many reasons why dogs and puppies chew a lot. Let&#8217;s take a look at some reasons why dogs eat everything;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Bored:<\/strong> If your dog is left alone for a long time in the day\/evening they get bored. Puppies are like babies and require a lot of attention. Extended playtimes, longer walks, and much more exercise are required to keep them from being bored.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Teething:<\/strong> Like babies, puppies teethe. This causes discomfort and the need to chew excessively. Babies&#8217; chew toys help soothe babies when they chew. Getting a strong dog toy or an indestructible toy will help your puppy. Excessive chewing helps relieve some discomfort and brings it through the adult teeth.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Attention<\/strong>: Dogs tend to chew things they know they shouldn\u2019t because it gets attention. For example; Rupert regularly takes one of the kid&#8217;s toys because he knows we will chase him. He then thinks this is a game and does it again and again. We get the kids to play with Rupert and his own toys for a good half an hour every evening. This has reduced the number of times he takes their toys.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Diet:<\/strong> Making sure your dog has the correct diet will help reduce chewing. If your dog tends to take stones or plaster, this could be down to a lack of calcium in its diet. Feeding your dog correctly based on weight and exercise will help reduce this type of chewing.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Stress &amp; Anxiety:<\/strong> Separation anxiety is a huge part of unnecessary chewing. Dogs \/ Puppies can become destructive when dealing with anxiety issues. Check out our page on Dog Anxiety Beds to try and help resolve some of these issues.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-Can-I-Do-To-Prevent-My-Dog-From-EatingChewing-Unnecessarily\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #3399cc;\">What Can I Do To Prevent My Dog From Eating\/Chewing Unnecessarily?<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Exercise is key to helping reduce your dog&#8217;s chewing. Longer walks, more outside time, and being away from the home is the most suitable way to do this.<\/li>\n<li>Treats your dog for good behaviour. If your dog goes to get toys and you use the \u2018NO\u2019 command, you should treat them if they listen.<\/li>\n<li>When you are not able to watch your dog 24\/7 then always make sure they cannot get to anything dangerous. Splinters, wires, or sharp objects should be moved if your dog has chewing tendencies.<\/li>\n<li>Playing with your dog and their own toys regularly help. 5 minutes each time throughout the day. If you have kids, you can always get them to do it. This is great for bonding if the kids also help out<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium wp-image-5825\" src=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/dogchewing2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/dogchewing2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/dogchewing2-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/dogchewing2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/dogchewing2-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/dogchewing2-50x33.jpg 50w, https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/dogchewing2.jpg 1880w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How-To-Ensure-Safety-Of-Your-Pups\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #3399cc;\">How To Ensure Safety Of Your Pups?<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Sharp Objects, personal possessions, and anything you don\u2019t want your dog near should be kept out of reach at all times. Dogs tend to find the strangest of things enjoyable. Wallets and Keys are big like dogs. Shoes \/ Slippers also become your dogs&#8217; favourite toy and before you know it they will be destroyed. If your dog does get hold of something it shouldn\u2019t, a quick, stern, \u201cNO\u201d command will teach them not to mess.<\/p>\n<p>Training and Treats are always the way to stop your dog from doing something. There are also sprays you can buy that stop some dogs from chewing. But as I said, Some Dogs. We tried vinegar on Rupert&#8217;s bed as he started to chew the corners. He just licked it off and carried on. Regularly stropping him and rewarding him for listening to our command meant that he quickly learned not to.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-Problems-Are-Faced-With-Dog-Chewing\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #3399cc;\">What Problems Are Faced With Dog Chewing?<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs that chew soft toys can really struggle with bowel and stomach problems. Wool and Cotton quickly get tangled up. Before you know it you chase poo out of your dog&#8217;s bum around the garden as it hangs on. Other issues can be bits of plastic stuck in the mouth\/gums that can cause bleeding and discomfort.<\/p>\n<p>Dog chews are a great way of getting your dog settled when you&#8217;re trying to do household activities and chores. Many people use Rawhides but these can be very dangerous to your dog, especially if left alone. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/pegetables-dog-treats-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Rawhide Alternatives<\/a> post. <a href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/pegetables-dog-treats-review\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Pegetables <\/a>are a great chew for your doggie to be healthy and relaxed.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why-Are-My-Dogs-Chewing-Getting-Worse\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #3399cc;\">Why Are My Dogs Chewing Getting Worse?<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A sudden reduction in mental stimulation and lack of exercise can cause your dog to quickly find another way of getting your attention. Like children, puppies just want attention and they will get it in any way possible. Removing toys, chew toys and chew bones can cause a quick change in mindset. To get your attention, your dog will look for something they shouldn\u2019t be doing. Carpets, Cupboards, shoes, etc will be quickly turned to as a form of play and comfort.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What-Should-I-Avoid\"><\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #3399cc;\">What Should I Avoid?<\/span><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you know your dog has no training for being left alone in the house, DON\u2019T DO IT. Even trying to entertain them with a chew whilst you nip out will cause you problems. Once your untrained dog is left alone they will find something to entertain themselves. If they do chew something, do not punish them. This is just the attention they have craved. Over time, this type of punishment will cause anxiety and this makes matters even worse. Instead, teach them in short bursts to behave when left alone.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A-Culinary-Conundrum-Unraveled\"><\/span><strong>A Culinary Conundrum Unraveled<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"w-full border-b border-black\/10 dark:border-gray-900\/50 text-gray-800 dark:text-gray-100 group bg-gray-50 dark:bg-[#444654]\">\n<div class=\"text-base gap-4 md:gap-6 m-auto md:max-w-2xl lg:max-w-2xl xl:max-w-3xl p-4 md:py-6 flex lg:px-0\">\n<div class=\"relative flex w-[calc(100%-50px)] md:flex-col lg:w-[calc(100%-115px)]\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col gap-3\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] flex flex-col items-start gap-4 whitespace-pre-wrap\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>Unlocking the enigma of your dog&#8217;s eclectic eating habits sheds light on the fascinating world of canine behavior. From gnawing on random objects to devouring the unexpected, our four-legged companions keep us on our toes. So, the next time you catch your pup munching on something unexpected, remember, it&#8217;s just another chapter in the delightful, albeit peculiar, tale of life with man&#8217;s best friend. Embrace the quirks, cherish the moments, and continue to nurture the unique bond that makes your furry friend an irreplaceable part of your world<\/p>\n<p>In conclusion, dogs have a natural instinct to explore and investigate their environment through their mouths. However, this behavior can become problematic when they start eating things that are not safe for them. It is important to understand the underlying causes of this behavior and take appropriate steps to address it. Whether it is providing more mental stimulation, training, or limiting access to certain areas, there are various ways to manage a dog&#8217;s tendency to eat everything in sight. By understanding and addressing this behavior, you can ensure a happy and healthy life for your furry companion.<\/p>\n<p>You can also check:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/mydoggie.co.uk\/best-treat-dispensing-dog-toys\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Treat Dispensing Dog Toys<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ever found yourself wondering, &#8220;Why does my dog eat everything?&#8221; It&#8217;s a common perplexity among pet owners, and while our furry friends bring immense joy into our lives, their insatiable appetite for the unusual can leave us scratching our heads. 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