Pleaase note: Chewing on fur can be an indication of a serious medical issue. Before continuing with training, we recommend consulting with your veterinarian.
Hot spots, bacterial infections or other dermatological conditions can lead dogs to chew on their fur. In addition, mites, fleas and ticks can be painful and bothersome and lead to chewing.
If your veterinarian is able to rule out any condition that is causing the chewing, you can in then feel sale in applying Stop the Chew spray directly onto your pet's fur.
STEP 1: Spray directly onto your pet's fur. Take care not to spray onto an open wound, or to spray into their eyes.
STEP 2: Monitor them closely to ensure adherence. We recommend spraying multiple times daily for the first week, and less frequently as the behavior subsides. If you notice them chewing on their fur, use a word such as ""No"" or ""Stop"" to redirect their behavior. Remember, it will take some time, and some dogs are more stubborn than others.
Remember, it's SO important that you provide things that your dog CAN chew on, while you're teaching them not to chew on the things you don't want them to chew.
Items such as bones, and toys made especially for puppies or heavy chewers can be great options. Reward them when they're doing a good job with lots of praise and affirmation. This will make the process go much more quickly and smoothly.