For many dogs, this is a sign of separation anxiety. They release their pent-up energy by chewing furniture or biting
skirting boards. Destructive tendencies can also be a sign of a dog who is
under-exercised or not getting enough mental stimulation throughout the day. It is best to work with a veterinary behaviorist to manage separation anxiety with a combination of behavioral modification training and medications. For many dogs, this is a sign of separation anxiety. They release their pent-up energy by chewing furniture or biting
skirting boards. Destructive tendencies can also be a sign of a dog who is
under-exercised or not getting enough mental stimulation throughout the day. It is best to work with a veterinary behaviorist to manage separation anxiety with a combination of behavioral modification training and medications.