Dog Training: Tips and Tricks to Stop Your Dog From Digging in Your Yard
Its downright infuriating to look out the window and see Buddy digging another hole in the yard. You yell out the window; he may or may not even acknowledge hes heard anything; then back to the digging. This dog behavior has got to stop.
WHY DOGS DIG…..
Did you ever stop to think WHY Buddy digs? (except to make you mad!). This is the real trick to figure out why hes digging in the first place, the motivation behind the dog behavior. Then you can take dog training steps to discourage it, redirect that energy and possibly stop it completely.
1. IM BORED!
Location: Digging along the fence lines and at the gate.
Why? He is bored and wants to get out for some action.
Solution: Provide more exercise for your dog, both physical and mental. The more exercise the better, according to your dog. A tired, happy dog will rest nicely between great outings.
2. IM HOT!!
Location: Digging along the edge of the house or shallow “pits,” especially in the heat of the summer.
Why? Your dog is most likely creating a cool spot in the...