The phrase “destructive chewing” may sound a bit silly, because all chewing is destructive. Your dog’s jaws are strong and full of sharp, pointy teeth, so almost anything they chew will be damaged quickly. The type of chewing that I’m referring to here is inappropriate chewing, when your dog chews on your possessions and household items, instead of on their own chew toys and treats.

I got a new chew toy today. It’s a soccer ball on a rope and it makes a lovely jingly noise when I play with it. I’ve been playing with it for a couple of hors now and I’ve already managed to undo one of the knots. I’m pretty clever don’t you think?