Pebbles chews for many reasons, and some of her chomping behaviors are more destructive than others. Did you know that Dachshunds were bred to hunt? Due to their fabulous burrowing skills, they would exterminate badgers and small rodents. How does this relate to chewing? Not only would Dachshunds nip at their prey, but they also would chew obstacles in burrows to get to that pesky badger. And Pebble’s innate need to chew goes even further back to her canine ancestors. They hunted and ate animals, then nibbled on the remaining bones to make sure they missed no meat. The bones themselves were sources of calcium and minerals that even domesticated dogs need to this day. Dachshunds also commonly chew when they are puppies. This is a natural behavior for all dog breeds because up until six months, this is the way canines explore the world. It’s also when they are teething. Chewing a cold washcloth relieves that teething pain, similarly to the way your baby calms down after mouthing that teether that’s shaped like a fish. Dachshunds are also very energetic and loving dogs, so Pebbles might even chew due to boredom or separation anxiety. And be aware that Dachshunds are also notorious for dental issues, so Pebble’s teeth mashing could be a way of trying to relieve a toothache.
In some rare cases, dogs develop obsessive-compulsive behaviors, such as chewing nonstop. This behavior can occur suddenly, so make sure to take your furry pal to a Certified Dog Trainer or Animal Behavioral Therapist if you observe unusual chewing behavior. Strange compulsive behaviors include eating dirt or household objects or suddenly obsessing over a random area. But also realize that there are positive reasons why Pebbles might be chewing like developing those jaw muscles and relieving stress. And don’t deny the possibility that Pebbles might just love the taste of some of her chewed-up victims, like that badger, or your $50.00 leather sandals. Know that there are ways to turn Pebble’s chewing habit into something pawsitive, and there are also ways to tame her destructive mouthing behaviors.
Published at Wed, 23 May 2018 23:56:15 +0000
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