Dog digging is a natural behavior that many dogs enjoy doing. He or she will typically dig under a fence or under the lawn, looking for something to taste or sniffing areas that smell good.
The process ofdog digging is calledavenging. Duringavenging,thedogwilltypicallyuse his/her nose to find an alignment of soil, roots, and other food sources. The dog will then work her/hind forth to excavate the area she finds attractive.
At times, this can be frustrating for you as a neighbor. Other times, it can be fun. You two can chat about what kind of animals you see and how exciting it must be to meet them.
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Put some pepper down to discourage coming back
Your dog may love digging under the fence to get to his or her food or a toy. This may be annoying for other dogs, as they have to wait until your dog is gone before they can access the toy or food.
If a neighbor’s dog comes over and watches your dog dig, this can be more problematic. A larger, stronger dog might be able to take down the smaller, thinner fence system.
To prevent problems, make it taller and add reinforcements where needed. Your dog may even like this!
Put some pepper down to discourage your dog from coming over the fence into your yard. If he sees this as an immediate threat, he will stay away from it more effectively.
Put some dirt back on the hole
When your dog is digging a big hole, it is helpful to put some dirt back onto the hole they are digging. This helps keep the ground surface in place and prevent him from escaping in the future.
By placing more dirt back into the hole, your dog will be more prepared for this next step. He will be happier with what he puts into the hole and will make more efforts to fill in the area below.
He will then like to stay in this comfortable position and feel secure that there is enough dirt left for him to comfortably sit or lie in. By having enough dirt for this, your dog will feel comfortable spending a long time in this position.
This is a great way to teach your dog self-credence.
Tell your neighbors
If you have a large dog or a dog that barks a lot, you should consider re-arranging your fence to make it more difficult for your neighbor’s dog to get in.
Many communities have rules about the maximum distance dogs should be from other dogs, even small dogs. These regulations are not always followed, and dogs go outside of the fence when needed.
If you have a large dog, find a way to work together with your neighbor to keep your dog safe. Build up time for your dog before and after the neighbor’s so you can learn how to interact with them.
If necessary, build up some gates or curtains to help keep your neighbors safe too.
Call animal control
A digging under fence problem is very possible, and even predictable. Most dog owners understand the concept of housetraining in a bathroom or toilet, but for most animals, this understanding does not apply.
The idea is to get the animal accustomed to using a pen or toilet in a safe environment where it feels comfortable. This is important, as this will help when trying to get the animal accustomed to living with you.
When attempting this on an older dog, you can call the vet or anesthesia practice to see if they would euthanize it if it was unbearable. Even with these measures, this is an extremely rare situation where an animal must be put down.
If it were your own pet that had this problem, you would try to keep them as social and use a pen or toilet as necessary to prevent any problems with other pets. In general, keeping your pet indoors and practicing good housekeeping will help prevent any issues.
Fix the fence
A dog is living in your neighborhood? Or is your dog digging under your fence?
If you are a dog owner, you should be very careful about what your dog is doing outside. There are many dogs out in the world, and they may not be Watchdog-approved!
Many dogs get excited when they hear or see something interesting, so it’s good to take care of this behavior.
There are many ways of keeping a dog confined. A great way is to build a “playfield” around my house. Then, I can put up some imaginary walls that my dog cannot get out of.
I also use an invisible fence at my house, so my neighbors can not see my little puppy trying to run away every time they open their door or gate.
Get a pet deposit box
Having a pet is important for a dog owner. While pet insurance covers you against some injuries, it does not cover key functions such as house training or walking.
While most dog owners understand the benefits of training their pets, they might not know how to do so. This can be frustrating when your dog gets trained to something and you need to leave the house for an extended period of time.
For these situations, having a pet deposit box is a great way to save time and money by teaching your dog new tricks or taking them out for a quick walk. Each box comes with a specific set of skills that the dog needs to learn, so you can get right down to it if you have someone in mind.
In addition to saving you time and money, training your pet in public places is important. Most areas have signs that tell visitors that dogs are allowed, and that they should be handled by people without fear or threat.
Get a pet fencing system
A pet is a high-maintenance dog. Having a dog can be awesome, but it’s not for everyone. If you are looking to get a dog, you should know how to care for a dog.
Many dogs do not get along with other dogs, or even prefer other animals. This is not always the case! Many cats enjoy Dogs and even prefer the company of them over People.
If you have a very high–energy dog, then getting a pet fencing system is an great idea. With a system, your pet will be able to feel safe and able to travel freely without having to go through the trouble of crossing an open border or property line.
Talk to your neighbor about getting a dog deposit box
Having a dog Boxie or another small breed can be a big step up for your neighbors dogs. While Boxers are on the smaller size range, this does not mean they are not powerful enough to take care of their own.
Not all dogs are suitable for living with other people. Some are only good with minimal housetraining and training. If you have a high bar for dog behavior, you would want a dog that was 100% reliable in this area.
The cost of buying a boxie can be more affordable than buying a larger, senior citizen sized dog. If your neighbor wants a small boxie, there is room to set them back just enough to get the self-confidence needed.