How to Stop a Puppy From Chewing Carpet

Since a puppy's teeth are growing in, they go through teething just like a newborn baby would. Because of this, chewing is very normal for new puppies. Unfortunately, this chewing can occur with objects and areas of the home that can be destructive. If your dog has begun chewing on and destroying your carpet, there are a number of things you can do to get her to stop. This way, the dog can direct her chewing to a designated chew toy rather than your carpeting.

Things You'll Need

Dog toys

Instructions

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  Determine the cause of your puppy's chewing. Although some amount of chewing is natural for growing puppies, if he is destroying large sections of carpet there may be a bigger problem. Stress can cause negative behavior in puppies. If you notice that your puppy chews more after certain interactions or events, eliminate or limit those when possible.
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  Give your dog daily activity. Be sure to walk your dog every day and play fetch at the park to let her release some of her aggression. Regular exercise will improve your puppy's mood and make her less likely to chew on the carpet out of boredom or lack of activity.
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  Give your dog something else to chew on when they start to gnaw on the carpet. When you hand him a chew toy, he will start to learn that he should be chewing on that instead of the floor. If he drops the toy and starts chewing on the carpet again, hand him the chew toy again until he gets the idea.
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  Restrain your puppy from the carpeted area. Keep her in a room that has a tile or concrete floor, such as a garage or kitchen when possible. This is especially important when leaving the puppy alone, as she is more likely to chew on carpet in these circumstances.
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  Enroll your dog in a puppy training program. Contact your veterinarian for suggestions on good trainers and classes. Attend a class where you learn the training techniques along with your dog so you can use them at home to stop his carpet chewing as well.