How can I stop my dog digging holes in the garden?
It may be because your dog is bored- try giving him a bit more exercise and play each day. If that’s not it, and your dog is just really into digging, try redirect the digging to an acceptable place. A solution for your yard and your dog is something called a digging pit, a specific area where he can satisfy his urges to his heart’s content. You can build a digging pit yourself in less time than it takes to mow your lawn. Survey your yard and pick a spot where it would be okay for your dog to dig. Place stones or brick around the area to be used as a sight cue for training. Turn over the soil a bit, and mix in some sand to keep it loose and to improve drainage. For training, start by burying a toy, chew, or treat to induce him to dig in the pit. Bring your dog outside and persuade him to dig in the pit. Stay with him the next few times you go out to be sure he continues to dig where you want him to, using praise and rewards when he does it right. Correct and direct him to the digging p
