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Originally Posted by gracielove  Licking and biting indicate a dog with some problems. Paint can be toxic to a dog and wood splinters certainly could cause some health problems as well. You say he is a hyper dog so I assume when he is left alone he is bored and starts chewing things. If he had another puppy it might help with the boredom but he could also teach the other dog to get into as much trouble as he does. Does he have activity toys to help occupy his mind while you are gone? An active dog left alone needs things to occupy the time. Some people have had good success with Kong toys stuffed with treats. They give the dog something to do for a while anyway. |
The only times we have the issue with paint licking is after my husband goes out of town for work.. if he watches him carry suitcases out the door he knows he is gone for a while so he will stay laying at that door for a couple days to the point where I have to move his water and food and he will just lick the wall next to his head.
This dog has a FULL toy box in the living room and another FULL one in our bedroom. he has Kongs BUT will not even eat the fillings or treats that will fit in there!! He only will snack on baby carrots, apples and snacks from the local puppy bakery.
This is last time his "daddy" went out of town for a week...