I read advice that a dog can be sensitized to bitter apple by soaking it into a cotton ball and putting it in the dogs mouth for a minute, twice a day, for three days. On my bottle of bitter apple it says it contains isopropyl alcohol. How safe is this for dogs? Can the dog ingest enough to get a toxic reaction?
Elaine Haynes Webboard User Reg: 08-16-2005
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I wouldn't put it in a dog's mouth. Bitter Apple is not meant to be taken internally in that way. Even if it wouldn't actually harm the dog, he might get used to it and that would defeat the purpose. Some dogs don't mind the taste of it and for others it's a definite deterent as long as you renew it often. Personally, I've never had to use it so will be interested in answers from others who have as to how effective it has been for them. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/crazy.gif" alt="" />
I tried lemon juice and lime juice tonight. He likes both of them. Bitter Apple doesn't seem to bother him at all. Any other suggestions for a chewing deterrent?
I've had great success using Tabasco Sauce, inexpensive and will not damage hard surfaces. Especially good on cords. I observe what the puppy is trying to chew, apply sauce then let him go right back to it. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
Janice Jarman Webboard User Reg: 04-19-2005
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He He, my CeeCee loved tabasco sauce. She thought I was putting it on the furniture to add zest to her little snack(s). Once she finished teething she was no longer a chewer, but she still likes spicy food, especially southwestern with chilies, if she can manage to cadge some from me or my husband. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />
Jennifer Hart Webboard User Reg: 07-24-2005
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How about good old fashioned training <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> ...keep him on a leash, tied to you. He can't chew what he can't reach. When you can't watch him, he goes in a crate.
When he chews on something, say firmly NO and then redirect him to what you want him to chew on. Eventually he'll understand.
How about good old fashioned training <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif" alt="" /> ...keep him on a leash, tied to you. He can't chew what he can't reach. When you can't watch him, he goes in a crate.
When he chews on something, say firmly NO and then redirect him to what you want him to chew on. Eventually he'll understand.
Exactly my thoughts.. (that's why I said e-collar) It can be a prong though. <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />
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