Why do puppies like to chew stuff up when they are home alone?

Her name is Freeze and she will be 5 months old on May 25th.Other than that, she is a very loving puppy, and she loves to sleep whith my husband and me every night.

Because they can.

wat?

SHE IS MAD

she is teething. maybe try getting that stuff you spray on furniture to make them not chew on it. that may work for you.

Cause they are alone..They get lonely too!

because they mad at you cause you left them so she wants to take her anger out on your stuff LOL

Most dogs especially if young or spoiled suffer from seperation anxiety. but since your dog is a pup, he/she is teething and will bite anything in site.

Because she is teething AND because she is lonely.

Freeze is just being a normal puppy and needs to chew just about anything and everything thats chewable... You could buy her own chew toys or try a big bone that takes a lot of chewing to get through. and keep the toys in a box or somewhere she has acess to them ( you can train freeze to only chew these toys, and train her to put them back, dont laugh coz I seen it done), its good for the teeth and gums, they need to chew... its not anything to do with boredom, just a very natural instinct...as long as she gets lots of exercise and play and affection she will be one happy little pupppywe keep a box of toys for our dog as he has so many and he will come inside find his box pick out what he wants and out he goes for play time..:) our only problem with him he loves digging holes, BIG holes

She is teething and bored. Give her safe toys to chew on OR put her in a puppy cage. It's not cruel. It could prevent her from getting into something that could hurt her, and save on your furniture. Ice cubes are helpful with the teething as a treat. Best not to give raw hides, rather give her something like nylabone.

There are a few reasons and it will slow after the dog is fixed and eventually disappear with age. First, they have a lot of energy. Second, they actually have baby teeth that fall out and chewing feels good to their gums. Sometimes there is also a psychological component- that is, they are mad that they are left alone and take out their anger this way. My dog only liked to chew shoes, but he did a great job of it and ruined quite a few-it ended gradually, when he was about a year old. Have some good chew toys and rawhide all around the house and when you catch them, take away what they are chewing on and give them a toy or rawhide bone to chew on to help teach them.

They are lonely and bored!! I have a 6 month old pup and when left to he's own he can be a terror. I started leaving a plastic box full of toys and treats buried in the bottom in the box that he can dig out when I go somewhere and haven't had any problem since.

Puppies chew because they are bored. My chihuahua has been gnawing on my phone book for weeks. You clean it up & life goes on. Or you crate the dog when you're gone & buy it lots of rawhide chewies.

Separation Anxiety. My dog went through that when he was a pup. And got better when I got roommates that gave him the necessary attention.

they are undergoing teething stages you can buy rawhide,or dental chews for your pup to eat

she's teething, bored, and no one is there to tell her not too...as much as I hated it, while my German shepherd was pup,I put him in a crate while I was gone...and, the times when I just couldn't put him in that crate, he chewed up my wood window ledges...I suggest a crate when no one is home, a constant supply of rawhide, and close attention and correction when disobeying any of the rules in your house...mine is now 2 yo and is very well behaved in my home

Puppies chew when they are bored, teething or playing. Get her things she is allowed to chew. ie. toys, raw bones (COOKED BONES ARE DANGEROUS) Train her. When you catch her chewing your stuff tell her 'No!' then give her her own toys and praise her for chewing them. Praise is lots of pats and/or food treats. Food treats are an excellent training tool. Dogs respond well to kindness and FOOD. Never hit your puppy. Be consistent it won't take her long to learn. She will respect you more if you train her (sit stay come are basic commands) and it will help to establish that you are the boss. Make sure she is well socialised and gets use to lots of different people and things so that she does not grow up suspicious and afraid. Good luck

There are two major causes of destructive behaviour: boredom and separation anxiety. Separation anxiety is a term used to describe the insecure behaviour of a dog who is too dependent on his owner and thus becomes destructive in his owner's absence. Separation anxiety is also common in dogs who have been abandoned or mistreatedToo many dogs are given up for adoption because of destructive behaviour, usually without any effort by their owners to change or improve their pet's behaviour. Accepting the responsibility of owning a dog means being prepared to deal with such situations. The suggestions listed below will help you and your dog get right back on the good behaviour "track": Have your dog spayed or neutered. Give your dog rigorous, tiring exercise before you leave your home. This will require more time and effort on your part, but it is necessary to help your dog. Make all home departures and arrivals uneventful. Avoid exciting your dog at these times. Most destructive behaviour occurs within the first and last half hours a dog is alone. This is due usually to anxiety brought on by the excitement that often surrounds this time. Plan a play session for your dog half an hour after you arrive home. Never reprimand unless you have caught your dog in the act of being destructive. Punishing your dog on your return for something done in your absence will serve only to increase its anxiety and confusion, and will hinder any progress you have already made. Purchase a crate for your dog to stay in while you are away from home or are unable to keep an eye on your dog (this is comparable to placing a toddler in a playpen). Line the crate with a blanket and provide a variety of safe and suitable chew toys for your dog. Never use the crate as a form of reprimand. Make the act of entering the crate enjoyable. This method is commonly referred to as "cage" or "crate training", and emulates a natural habit of dogs, which is to go into a den for a safe and secure place to rest. Once you feel your dog can be left on his own, you can practice leaving him alone for short periods of time. Allow your dog access only to certain areas of the house and, as with children, make sure breakables and dangerous items are well out of reach (also keep in mind that your dog may just prefer to stay in its "den"). You may wish to read The Toronto Humane Society Fact Sheet "Crate Training" for more information. Before leaving, switch on a radio tuned to a soft music/talk station. The sound of soft human voices and music has a calming effect on dogs. Consult a veterinarian about your dog's diet. Foods that are too high in protein and/or lack other necessary nutrients may have an effect on your dog's behaviour. Make use of the experience of others. Many excellent books are available. Most behavioural problems can be solved with the right amount of love, time and patience. Don't give up! The love and devotion your dog has for you will make it all worthwhile.

What do you do to relieve boredom and loneliness? What else can your dog do? Leave her plenty of good chewy toys to relieve her boredom and to help her cut her teeth. Buy a Kong( a dog toy) and stuff it with interesting food. Don't leave anything lying around that you don't want her to chew. Try to get someone to pop in occasionally and take her out or play with her. She isn't being destructive; she isn't trying to get at you or punish you - she won't know what is OK to chew and what is not.