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Dogs dig for a variety
of reasons. Regardless of the cause, digging is a
natural instinct that is hardwired into the dog’s
makeup. However, dog owners can stop their pets from
churning up their flowerbeds by spraying outdoor
repellent on areas that are off limits for digging.
These products work by giving off a scent that disrupts
the dog’s sense of smell. While marking some spots in
the yard as no dig zones, the dog owner should also
designate a place where it’s ok for a pet to dig. The
goal of training is not to stop digging, but to redirect
it to appropriate areas.
If
the outdoor repellent does not work, try a remote
training system. This consists of a collar and hand held
radio transmitter. By pushing a button on the
transmitter, the collar administrates a mild electric
shock to the dog when he digs in the flowerbed.
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