The poor guy has Search Search for:. Skip to content The "How-to" Dog Blog. Search for:. Photo: Lindsay Stordahl Some dogs love to dig, but their owners are not exactly impressed by this behavior.
Why do dogs dig in the yard? There are all kinds of reasons, but here are just a few: 1. Dogs dig because digging is natural. For example, she said many terriers were bred to dig in order to kill rodents. The dog is bored. Some dogs will try to escape because they are anxious in the yard or scared to be alone. It can also be used as anxiety relief because the dog is keeping busy. First, think about why your dog is digging. An anxious dog needs confidence-building, and a bored dog needs more stimulation.
By identifying the cause, you will be more effective at curtailing the behavior. Ensure your dog is getting enough mental stimulation and physical exercise every day. This will help with boredom and anxiety, and provide more appropriate types of fun. You can also make the backyard more entertaining by providing puzzle toys for your dog to play with outside. Training sessions in the backyard are another way to occupy and exercise your dog.
Any time you catch your dog digging, redirect your dog to another activity like doing a trick or fetching a ball. Reward that new behavior heavily with praise, pets, and treats so your dog comes to see that new action as more rewarding than digging. Finally, even with toys and games, the yard is not a place for solitary confinement.
Despite all your best efforts to redirect your dog, that digging instinct can still kick in. So why not embrace it? If it brings your dog joy, find a way for it to work for you. The easiest way is to give your dog a digging spot. A sandbox can work wonders in this way. She specializes in the working breeds, Rottweiler, German Shepard, and Pitbull. Some of her retrained dogs became Law Enforcement canine on search and rescue, and narcotic alert teams.
NaDonna has settled into the Treasure Valley area enjoying her retirement with the love of animals remaining true in her heart. I grew up with dogs, cats, horses, birds, fish, you name it. As an only child, my pets became my first friends. It was in the company of these feathered furry friends that I felt the most comfort.
I spent countless hours talking to them and including them in my imaginary adventures. I would tie capes onto the dogs who were transformed into superheroes and bedazzle the cats with tiaras who became princesses.
If it were up to me we would have had the craziest bunch of misfit creatures in the West. One summer as my mom and I were gardening, I heard a faint meow coming from the driveway. I then discovered the newest addition to our family, Tripod. He was a scruffy, stinky, matted three legged kitty desperate to love and be loved. I thank Tripod for not only the joy he brought to our family, but for the new level of love and appreciation for animals his story gave me. When I was 9 I started showing my dachshund Sydney in 4-H at our local fairs and other venues.
Together, we earned countless blue ribbons, grand champion trophies, and memories that would last a lifetime. I also participated in AKC shows both with my own dogs, and handling for others. I handled a variety of breeds in a variety of classes, but my favorite was handling a King Charles Spaniel named Ozzy.
I loved how sleek and beautiful his gate was and how fluid he moved. Throughout the years I have also volunteered for numerous animal shelters, an exotic animal rescue, and worked on several ranches. Or relaxing with my chicken, Pete. Spending time in the company of animals has undoubtedly made me a better person and has taught me valuable lessons, unconditional love, loyalty, and the importance of living without judgement. Our new tool will narrow down more than breeds for you.
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