I know my dog “knows” he’s been bad when I’m gone because he greets me at the door with a guilty look! How can I “break” him from chewing up my stuff when I’m gone?
I love this question! Since we have about one second between your dog’s action and his understanding of the consequence – check out what he’s responding to when you come home with a look of horror on your face! It’s YOU! Management is the key here! Leave him in a puppy proof place. Limit his access to the whole house. A small “puppy proof” area such as a kitchen or laundry room works. Leave the radio on to create a bit of “white noise.” And leave him several safe chew toys to help him occupy his time until you return. A good long walk before confinement will help to tire him out so that he is less inclined to entertain himself.
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