Dog Question

smitdavi · 10-16-2008, 08:21 PM

Katie and I are looking to get a Choc Lab puppy in the near future. The question is: Is there anything that I can rub on the legs of our TV stand,coffee table, and table and chair legs to keep the dog from chewing on it? Or are there any other tips to keep them from chewing on the furniture?

Thanks

Gargoyle · 10-16-2008, 08:26 PM

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Originally Posted by smitdavi

Katie and I are looking to get a Choc Lab puppy in the near future. The question is: Is there anything that I can rub on the legs of our TV stand,coffee table, and table and chair legs to keep the dog from chewing on it? Or are there any other tips to keep them from chewing on the furniture?

Thanks

We have a couple greater swiss mountain dogs. The male loved to chew things and we tried some kind of rosemary spray that he actually loved to chew on. We had very good luck with Grannick's Bitter Apple spray. The only negative is it seems to only last a short time before you have to re-apply it.

Good luck!

Genetic Defect · 10-16-2008, 08:28 PM

We were lucky and never had them chew up furniture they shred stuffed animals.

pakrat · 10-16-2008, 08:28 PM

Lots of chew toys. Gives them something safe to chew on.

smitdavi · 10-16-2008, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Gargoyle

We have a couple greater swiss mountain dogs. The male loved to chew things and we tried some kind of rosemary spray that he actually loved to chew on. We had very good luck with Grannick's Bitter Apple spray. The only negative is it seems to only last a short time before you have to re-apply it.

Good luck!

I figured there was a spray on the market. Does it affect the wood at all?

smitdavi · 10-16-2008, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Vito

We were lucky and never had them chew up furniture they shred stuffed animals.

Yeah...Mom and Dad's dog rip the shreds out of like 3-4 stuffed rabbits lol

hotreds · 10-16-2008, 08:36 PM

Bitter Apple will do the trick, indeed. Shouldn't bother furniture, test to be sure. If you're around and the puppy starts to chew get a squirt gun, fill it with lemon juice, and shoot him in the face and yell "NO!" Eyes will sting, mouth will pucker, and he/she will get the idea!

Good luck!

smitdavi · 10-16-2008, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by hotreds

Bitter Apple will do the trick, indeed. Shouldn't bother furniture, test to be sure. If you're around and the puppy starts to chew get a squirt gun, fill it with lemon juice, and shoot him in the face and yell "NO!" Eyes will sting, mouth will pucker, and he/she will get the idea!

Good luck!

Yeah...good training is also the key too imo

St. Lou Stu · 10-16-2008, 08:46 PM

I second the Apple Bitter spray. Google should reveal a source. Per forum rules I cannot reveal sources.

Genetic Defect · 10-16-2008, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by St. Lou Stu

I second the Apple Bitter spray. Google should reveal a source. Per forum rules I cannot reveal sources.

you are your avatar

smitdavi · 10-16-2008, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by St. Lou Stu

I second the Apple Bitter spray. Google should reveal a source. Per forum rules I cannot reveal sources.

Please o' Please Tim...I won't tell a soul I promise. Good sources are hard to come by

Genetic Defect · 10-16-2008, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by smitdavi

Please o' Please Tim...I won't tell a soul I promise. Good sources are hard to come by

take it to pm ,ladies

hotreds · 10-16-2008, 08:52 PM

Yes, I have been told

that the ISOM Bitter Apple is better.

St. Lou Stu · 10-16-2008, 08:54 PM

I know onr thing for sure..... don't use peanut butter.... they won't stop licking! Ohhhhhhh Gawd...... It's sooooo nice!
Here girl!

kgraybill · 10-16-2008, 08:58 PM

When you catch them biting or chewing, bite down on their ear until they yelp.
It really works, just dont do this with adult pit bulls!

smitdavi · 10-16-2008, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by St. Lou Stu

I know onr thing for sure..... don't use peanut butter.... they won't stop licking! Ohhhhhhh Gawd...... It's sooooo nice!
Here girl!

I knew you were a little off

md4958 · 10-16-2008, 09:07 PM

The bitter apple usually works, except for one of my fathers mutant dogs that seem to actually like it. Just make sure you dont get any on your fingers and then touch your mouth...believe me, youll only have to make that mistake ONCE.
Bitter Apple can be found at Petco

I hear bitter YUCK also works well but I think its harder to find

DrDubzz · 10-16-2008, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by pakrat

Lots of chew toys. Gives them something safe to chew on.

What he said, and a close watch

chibnkr · 10-16-2008, 11:40 PM

There is a product called "Bitter Apple" that is supposed to work.

livwire68 · 10-17-2008, 04:04 AM

Bitter apple spray? Not sure they make it though. But if they did I think it would work! It could possibly be found at one of them there places they sell fish and critter food.

But honestly with it being a hunting dog and a puppy, it will more than likely need plenty to chew on (provide him/her enough "safe" toys and they shouldnt chew on things they are not supposed to. Also check out sites like Cabella'a/bass pro shops or even specific hunting dog training sites so that you might be able to start them off the right way.

10-16-2008, 08:21 PM	#1
smitdavi Ambassador of Quan Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: David Location: Bloomington, IN Posts: 1,434 Trading: (9)	Dog Question Katie and I are looking to get a Choc Lab puppy in the near future. The question is: Is there anything that I can rub on the legs of our TV stand,coffee table, and table and chair legs to keep the dog from chewing on it? Or are there any other tips to keep them from chewing on the furniture? Thanks

10-16-2008, 08:28 PM	#3
Genetic Defect difetosso Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Perry Location: An elevator Posts: 5,202 Trading: (5)	Re: Dog Question We were lucky and never had them chew up furniture they shred stuffed animals.

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pakrat Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jim Location: Oregon coast Posts: 50 Trading: (2)	Re: Dog Question Lots of chew toys. Gives them something safe to chew on. __________________ SMOKE WHAT YOU LIKE, LIKE WHAT YOU SMOKE

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hotreds Ephesians 2:8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5 miles past "Resume Speed" Posts: 11,665 Trading: (63)	Re: Dog Question Bitter Apple will do the trick, indeed. Shouldn't bother furniture, test to be sure. If you're around and the puppy starts to chew get a squirt gun, fill it with lemon juice, and shoot him in the face and yell "NO!" Eyes will sting, mouth will pucker, and he/she will get the idea! Good luck! __________________ God loves you so much, that he made you read this, just to let you know.

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St. Lou Stu Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Belleville, IL (St. Louis) Posts: 2,304 Trading: (21)	Re: Dog Question I second the Apple Bitter spray. Google should reveal a source. Per forum rules I cannot reveal sources. __________________ Pretending to play golf since 1989

10-16-2008, 08:52 PM	#13
hotreds Ephesians 2:8 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5 miles past "Resume Speed" Posts: 11,665 Trading: (63)	Re: Dog Question Yes, I have been told that the ISOM Bitter Apple is better. __________________ God loves you so much, that he made you read this, just to let you know.

10-16-2008, 08:54 PM	#14
St. Lou Stu Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Belleville, IL (St. Louis) Posts: 2,304 Trading: (21)	Re: Dog Question I know onr thing for sure..... don't use peanut butter.... they won't stop licking! Ohhhhhhh Gawd...... It's sooooo nice! Here girl! __________________ Pretending to play golf since 1989

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kgraybill Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ken Location: Ellenwood, Georgia Posts: 181 Trading: (0)	Re: Dog Question When you catch them biting or chewing, bite down on their ear until they yelp. It really works, just dont do this with adult pit bulls!

10-16-2008, 09:07 PM	#17
md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Re: Dog Question The bitter apple usually works, except for one of my fathers mutant dogs that seem to actually like it. Just make sure you dont get any on your fingers and then touch your mouth...believe me, youll only have to make that mistake ONCE. Bitter Apple can be found at Petco I hear bitter YUCK also works well but I think its harder to find

10-16-2008, 11:40 PM	#19
chibnkr Pedestrian Habano Elitist Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Glenview, IL Posts: 280 Trading: (2)	Re: Dog Question There is a product called "Bitter Apple" that is supposed to work.

10-17-2008, 04:04 AM	#20
livwire68 Las Vegas Herf Crew Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: In the Asylum Posts: 509 Trading: (7)	Re: Dog Question Bitter apple spray? Not sure they make it though. But if they did I think it would work! It could possibly be found at one of them there places they sell fish and critter food. But honestly with it being a hunting dog and a puppy, it will more than likely need plenty to chew on (provide him/her enough "safe" toys and they shouldnt chew on things they are not supposed to. Also check out sites like Cabella'a/bass pro shops or even specific hunting dog training sites so that you might be able to start them off the right way. __________________