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what if your pets sleep with you


Question Posted Monday December 24 2007, 2:20 pm

my pets sleep in my room sometimes and they tear up everything i hide the important things from them and they still find it and my pets are dogs what do i do

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MAK answered Monday December 24 2007, 3:30 pm:
If they're puppies, then its most likely just a stage they go through. My dog as a puppy did the same thing. If we saw him doing that, we take the object away and yelled at him, telling him he's a bad dog and that's not okay. The dog needs to get scared in order for this to work. If he's wagging his tail than he's not getting the message.

If they're adults, same concept. Take the object away, yell at them (you don't have to actually scream, but definitely sound very angry.) Make a move with your hand like your about to hit him (just don't, or if you do, do it lightly so it doesn't hurt). You're dogs need to know that you are the alfa dog, and that you set the rules.

Try getting them chew toys, or these pet treats called "Greenies."

If nothing works (give it time, it won't happen overnight) maybe take them to an obedience trainer. Tell them your problem and they should know how to take care of it.

~Maria, 16

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