How to Train Your Dog Not to Destroy Furniture
Puppies are adorable, but they will chew everything in your house into slobbery confetti. Even older dogs, if not properly trained, will retain destructive habits. Tell your dog what is acceptable and not acceptable from the start. When you see destructive behavior, work on training your pet immediately. No dog is too wild or too old to learn better behaviors. Here are several tips to consider in your task. Mark the Furniture Use a technique that many animals already use in the wild. Mark your furniture in the same way that animals mark their territories. Spray the furniture with a scent that dogs don't like, such as citrus, mothballs or chilli pepper. Dogs have a very strong sense of smell...