A lot of it's the age. 1 year old dogs are chewing nightmares. (Look at the shelter/rescue listings. Most of the dogs are under 2. This is why.) Some of it will get better with age, but a lot of it is just management. Provide awesome things to chew like uncooked bones and stuffed kongs. In fact, stop feeding from a bowl entirely. Feed from a feeding toy like a Kong, buster cube or tug-a-jug. This will help with boredom.
Engage your dog's mind by training obedience and tricks. Bichons are the smartest little dogs. My mom's bichons were so smart it was scary at times. So harness that! Learn how to clicker train and turn your little nightmare into an adorable circus pup. When you turn training into a partnership, dogs love to learn and show off their tricks. And all that training tires out their little brains.
Engage your dog's mind by training obedience and tricks. Bichons are the smartest little dogs. My mom's bichons were so smart it was scary at times. So harness that! Learn how to clicker train and turn your little nightmare into an adorable circus pup. When you turn training into a partnership, dogs love to learn and show off their tricks. And all that training tires out their little brains.
