Proper discipline will NOT break their spirit. Truly spoiled dogs end up in rescue many times because the owners can't deal with the behavior of the dog THEY raised. That being said...chewing and destruction are normal behaviors and it's your job to direct them to the Good chews and restrict them from the Bad ones. Pee pads are popular and I know a lot of people here use them with the frames that supposedly prevent shredding. I have never been a fan, my kids delighted in turning the things into 'snow'. I use the washable pish pads that are (so far) beyond their destructive capabilities.
Stick with tough love and your girl will delight you in the end. |