Von Liphier Dobermann

Teething is a difficult process for puppies, same as it is for toddlers. As a result, they start chewing on everything they can get their teeth on. So besides figuring out how to stop puppies from chewing destructively, it is important to leave as few items as possible around, so there's nothing to chew on.

Puppy-proofing your home for the first few weeks is a good idea. Don't forget taping all wires and electric cables and the like. Also don't have toilet paper too accessible to your dog, because dogs seem to just love that.

Also buy your puppy a few chewing toys. One or two will do. But make sure they do not loo two similar to any household items like shoes. You would not want him to think it is okay to chew on those.

Another important point is not punishing your dog unless you catch him in the act. Let's say you leave him alone for a few hours and come back to find something chewed on; if you do not seem him doing it, you are too late.

If you would like to try and keep your furniture safe, just get some repellant spry from the pet shop - it might be helpful.

Another thing you can do is create a confinement area for your puppy where he can go when you cannot supervise him. Just get a puppy gate or training crate for this purpose.

Make sure you do not use these as a form of punishment; introduce the puppy to the gate or crate gently, feed it and play with it there, to create positive associations.

When learning how to stop the puppies from chewing destructively, it's very important to understand their motivation. Not all pups chew because they're teething; for some, it may be a sign of anxiety.

If you feel that anxiety might be the root of the problem, try to help your dog with that issue. Spend as much time with him as possible, reduce all sources that cause stress and anxiety (i.e. loud noises) and be especially loving and kind towards him.