How can I get my cat to stop chewing electrical cords?
Q. I have two cats, they both have the same diet, attention, etc. "Chewy" chomped into my computer cords and also goes after my leather purses - but only if I'm not looking. He also tears his toys to shreds. He's a 5 yr old Ragdoll. My other cat never bothers anything. I adopted him 3 months ago - and the previous owners KNEW of his bad habit and didn't tell me! Other than that he is very sweet. He's declawed so I can't toss him outside. I keep these things away from him, but I also discovered he can open doors by himself!
Asked by Kate - Sat Jul 15 09:54:40 2006 - - 24 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Spray the cords with bitter apple spray! You can find it at Walmart or a pet store, it's cheap too!
Answered by Lola13 - Sat Jul 15 13:28:23 2006
Q. I have two cats, they both have the same diet, attention, etc. "Chewy" chomped into my computer cords and also goes after my leather purses - but only if I'm not looking. He also tears his toys to shreds. He's a 5 yr old Ragdoll. My other cat never bothers anything. I adopted him 3 months ago - and the previous owners KNEW of his bad habit and didn't tell me! Other than that he is very sweet. He's declawed so I can't toss him outside. I keep these things away from him, but I also discovered he can open doors by himself!
Asked by Kate - Sat Jul 15 09:54:40 2006 - - 24 Answers - 1 Comments
A. Spray the cords with bitter apple spray! You can find it at Walmart or a pet store, it's cheap too!
Answered by Lola13 - Sat Jul 15 13:28:23 2006
How do you get a cat to stop chewing electrical cords?
Q. He seems to like the skinny cords like a phone charger or a phone line. Can't tell you how many computer mouse cords he's eaten. Doesn't matter if the cord is plugged into the wall or not - he still chews them. I have to replace my cordless phone now. It starting to get expensive! He's only 2 years old. His sister doesn't touch them just him. He mostly does it at night or when no one is around... to be found later. No he's not Siamese - just a grey tiger...
Asked by Paula H - Thu Feb 21 11:36:14 2008 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Have you got on to him for it? Cats are like kids, when your home watch him and if he so much as gets within 5 inches of a cord, pick it up show it to him and pop him on the butt and tell him no. It's worked for me and my cats. If you see him chewing on it pop him on the butt with the cord, not hard though just enough to get his attention. Let him know that you own him not the other way around.
Answered by Emily H - Thu Feb 21 11:41:37 2008
Q. He seems to like the skinny cords like a phone charger or a phone line. Can't tell you how many computer mouse cords he's eaten. Doesn't matter if the cord is plugged into the wall or not - he still chews them. I have to replace my cordless phone now. It starting to get expensive! He's only 2 years old. His sister doesn't touch them just him. He mostly does it at night or when no one is around... to be found later. No he's not Siamese - just a grey tiger...
Asked by Paula H - Thu Feb 21 11:36:14 2008 - - 12 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Have you got on to him for it? Cats are like kids, when your home watch him and if he so much as gets within 5 inches of a cord, pick it up show it to him and pop him on the butt and tell him no. It's worked for me and my cats. If you see him chewing on it pop him on the butt with the cord, not hard though just enough to get his attention. Let him know that you own him not the other way around.
Answered by Emily H - Thu Feb 21 11:41:37 2008
How do I stop a 10 mo. young cat from chewing electrical cords?
Q. This cat loves to chew the cords into many pieces.
Asked by jitter - Sun Mar 26 02:02:06 2006 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Your first step is to check all cords to make sure there have been no breaks in the integrity of the insulation. If any spot seems chewed or frayed, replace the entire cord immediately. Reduce temptation by securing cords to table legs and baseboards. You can find electrical cord covers at your local home improvement store that attach to baseboards. You can also bundle computer cords inside PVC pipe. Cut a lengthwise slit in the pipe and squeeze the cords through. All cords that you can't secure should be coated with a bitter anti-chew preparation, available at pet supply stores. Use disposable gloves when applying it, because it truly does taste bitter!
Answered by gleebahboobah - Sun Mar 26 02:12:50 2006
Q. This cat loves to chew the cords into many pieces.
Asked by jitter - Sun Mar 26 02:02:06 2006 - - 11 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Your first step is to check all cords to make sure there have been no breaks in the integrity of the insulation. If any spot seems chewed or frayed, replace the entire cord immediately. Reduce temptation by securing cords to table legs and baseboards. You can find electrical cord covers at your local home improvement store that attach to baseboards. You can also bundle computer cords inside PVC pipe. Cut a lengthwise slit in the pipe and squeeze the cords through. All cords that you can't secure should be coated with a bitter anti-chew preparation, available at pet supply stores. Use disposable gloves when applying it, because it truly does taste bitter!
Answered by gleebahboobah - Sun Mar 26 02:12:50 2006
How to get a cat to stop chewing on electrical cords?
Q. My cat chews on electrical cords i.e. cell phone chargers, the power cord to the ps2, earphones, etc. She is becoming impossible to live with.
Asked by snowwhitecrina - Sat Mar 7 20:56:32 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. No home with pets should be without Bitter Apple Spray. You can get it in Petco or Petsmart. It works great to stop them from chewing on cords. If that doesn't work, then you might need the heavy duty plastic tubes to run the cords thru.
Answered by Ocimom - Sat Mar 7 21:10:30 2009
Q. My cat chews on electrical cords i.e. cell phone chargers, the power cord to the ps2, earphones, etc. She is becoming impossible to live with.
Asked by snowwhitecrina - Sat Mar 7 20:56:32 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. No home with pets should be without Bitter Apple Spray. You can get it in Petco or Petsmart. It works great to stop them from chewing on cords. If that doesn't work, then you might need the heavy duty plastic tubes to run the cords thru.
Answered by Ocimom - Sat Mar 7 21:10:30 2009
How do I get my 7mo old puppy to stop chewing electrical cords!!?
Q. He's chewed all my Christmas lights, game controls, heating pad, extension cord. I'm afraid he's going to get electricuted!
Asked by runningmom - Thu Jan 18 13:50:55 2007 - - 25 Answers - 0 Comments
A. And you are right to be concerned. I had the same problem with a number of pets. You're probably already doing this, but you'll want to keep the cords out of puppy's reach. Someone suggested running the cords through PVC pipes. One thing I did was yell EVERY time I caught one of my pets chewing a cord. I made sure they knew that cord-chewing was absolutely forbidden, and that they would get their butts spanked if I caught them at it. Now, at 7 months old, your puppy is probably teething. Try getting him things that he can chew on, such as nylon bones. good luck!
Answered by Tigger - Thu Jan 18 14:08:41 2007
Q. He's chewed all my Christmas lights, game controls, heating pad, extension cord. I'm afraid he's going to get electricuted!
Asked by runningmom - Thu Jan 18 13:50:55 2007 - - 25 Answers - 0 Comments
A. And you are right to be concerned. I had the same problem with a number of pets. You're probably already doing this, but you'll want to keep the cords out of puppy's reach. Someone suggested running the cords through PVC pipes. One thing I did was yell EVERY time I caught one of my pets chewing a cord. I made sure they knew that cord-chewing was absolutely forbidden, and that they would get their butts spanked if I caught them at it. Now, at 7 months old, your puppy is probably teething. Try getting him things that he can chew on, such as nylon bones. good luck!
Answered by Tigger - Thu Jan 18 14:08:41 2007
How do I stop my kitty from chewing electrical cords?
Q. Ive heard of bitter spray but since its a liquid, wont I electrocute myself.. lol
Asked by Lana B - Sat Sep 27 23:38:04 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If the cat chewed threw the insulation on the cord you should replace the cord. The bitter spray works for some cats, it didn't work for mine. I had to find a way to hide the cords under the lamps or behind something until they out grew that phase.
Answered by badbender001 - Sat Sep 27 23:48:57 2008
Q. Ive heard of bitter spray but since its a liquid, wont I electrocute myself.. lol
Asked by Lana B - Sat Sep 27 23:38:04 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If the cat chewed threw the insulation on the cord you should replace the cord. The bitter spray works for some cats, it didn't work for mine. I had to find a way to hide the cords under the lamps or behind something until they out grew that phase.
Answered by badbender001 - Sat Sep 27 23:48:57 2008
How do you keep kittens from chewing on electrical cords?
Q. I have a kitten who loves gnawing on cords of any kind. Is there anything I can spray on the cords that'll keep them from doing that? Any ideas are appreciated!!!
Asked by Steve - Tue Sep 11 17:02:51 2007 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. go to pet store and get some grannicks bitter apple or simulare product
Answered by goat - Tue Sep 11 17:09:01 2007
Q. I have a kitten who loves gnawing on cords of any kind. Is there anything I can spray on the cords that'll keep them from doing that? Any ideas are appreciated!!!
Asked by Steve - Tue Sep 11 17:02:51 2007 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments
A. go to pet store and get some grannicks bitter apple or simulare product
Answered by goat - Tue Sep 11 17:09:01 2007
How do I keep cats from chewing on electrical cords?
Q. I keep rearranging furniture so they can't get to the cords... is there anything you can put on them that will keep them away from them? Has anyones cat actually chewed all the way through one? I'm afraid they are going to kill themselves.
Asked by blahblahblahblahblah - Wed Jan 21 17:49:43 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yeah, I think there are hard tubes with lengthwise slits down one edge so they can be slipped over the cords. They may be called "cord organizers" or "cord covers" because they're supposed to solve the dilemma of too many cords making the room look like an electrical junk yard. Call around to the hardware stores & pet supply stores to see if they have the cord covers. They may be with baby safety items because babies & toddlers chew on everything. Otherwise, call your vet for a recommendation for a source. The receptionist may be able to relay your question & get an answer back to you either directly or left on your machine or voice mail. You could also look in Cat Fancy magazine for ads or check their annual index for a related… [cont.]
Answered by leftcoastliz - Wed Jan 21 18:28:20 2009
Q. I keep rearranging furniture so they can't get to the cords... is there anything you can put on them that will keep them away from them? Has anyones cat actually chewed all the way through one? I'm afraid they are going to kill themselves.
Asked by blahblahblahblahblah - Wed Jan 21 17:49:43 2009 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yeah, I think there are hard tubes with lengthwise slits down one edge so they can be slipped over the cords. They may be called "cord organizers" or "cord covers" because they're supposed to solve the dilemma of too many cords making the room look like an electrical junk yard. Call around to the hardware stores & pet supply stores to see if they have the cord covers. They may be with baby safety items because babies & toddlers chew on everything. Otherwise, call your vet for a recommendation for a source. The receptionist may be able to relay your question & get an answer back to you either directly or left on your machine or voice mail. You could also look in Cat Fancy magazine for ads or check their annual index for a related… [cont.]
Answered by leftcoastliz - Wed Jan 21 18:28:20 2009
Kitten is chewing through electrical cords, cell phone cords, swallowed a piece of a bra and had to have surgy?
Q. This kitten is getting older now but he is insane! I ordered a chew protector thing that cats don't like to cover some cords, but I can't cover every exposed wire in the house! I'm afraid he's gonna electrocute himself and set my house on fire! I feel bad keeping the cat penned in one room while my other cat and dog are fine in the house.
Asked by Lars - Sun Sep 6 04:50:11 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hi there, what your cat is doing is a condition referred to as "PICA", which is where cats either eat weird things or suck on fabrics, especially wool, as if they are nursing. This is usually caused by a kitten being weaned from its mother too early. And obviously, as you already know, can turn into a big problem and cause medical gastro-intestinal problems for the cat. If you cannot cover or tape down the wires, then you will have to use something that smells or tastes bad to the cat. It is true cats do not like the smell of citrus fruits. You may want to leave citrus peels near your wires, or even spray them with a sugarless juice such as unsweetened lemon or lime juice. There is also a commercial product you can try called Bitter… [cont.]
Answered by Texas McCoy - Sun Sep 6 05:13:32 2009
Q. This kitten is getting older now but he is insane! I ordered a chew protector thing that cats don't like to cover some cords, but I can't cover every exposed wire in the house! I'm afraid he's gonna electrocute himself and set my house on fire! I feel bad keeping the cat penned in one room while my other cat and dog are fine in the house.
Asked by Lars - Sun Sep 6 04:50:11 2009 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hi there, what your cat is doing is a condition referred to as "PICA", which is where cats either eat weird things or suck on fabrics, especially wool, as if they are nursing. This is usually caused by a kitten being weaned from its mother too early. And obviously, as you already know, can turn into a big problem and cause medical gastro-intestinal problems for the cat. If you cannot cover or tape down the wires, then you will have to use something that smells or tastes bad to the cat. It is true cats do not like the smell of citrus fruits. You may want to leave citrus peels near your wires, or even spray them with a sugarless juice such as unsweetened lemon or lime juice. There is also a commercial product you can try called Bitter… [cont.]
Answered by Texas McCoy - Sun Sep 6 05:13:32 2009
How do you keep your dog from chewing through electrical cords?
Q. Holly is three months old, and she has plenty of chew toys. In the past week I've had to re-wire a lamp and replace my vacuum cleaner, and now she's just killed the computer speakers I haven't had for even a full day yet. She does this at night while I'm asleep, so I don't catch her in the act. Also, it's getting harder to keep things out of her reach, since she's growing, and things on the tables, beds, and shelves are not necessarily safe any more. Any suggestions for puppy proofing my house? Thank you.
Asked by cruztacean1964 - Mon Feb 12 13:46:45 2007 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Leave one pluged in
Answered by slap-happy - Mon Feb 12 13:49:50 2007
Q. Holly is three months old, and she has plenty of chew toys. In the past week I've had to re-wire a lamp and replace my vacuum cleaner, and now she's just killed the computer speakers I haven't had for even a full day yet. She does this at night while I'm asleep, so I don't catch her in the act. Also, it's getting harder to keep things out of her reach, since she's growing, and things on the tables, beds, and shelves are not necessarily safe any more. Any suggestions for puppy proofing my house? Thank you.
Asked by cruztacean1964 - Mon Feb 12 13:46:45 2007 - - 13 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Leave one pluged in
Answered by slap-happy - Mon Feb 12 13:49:50 2007
my little maltess cross keeps chewing all my electrical cords it drivin me nuts how do i stop him from doing?
Q. he is just over a year old and hes got a buddie to play with i dont think hes board
Asked by claremaclean@y7mail.com - Tue Apr 1 03:32:25 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Run the cords thru pvc pipe untill he is older.
Answered by panache - Tue Apr 1 05:38:37 2008
Q. he is just over a year old and hes got a buddie to play with i dont think hes board
Asked by claremaclean@y7mail.com - Tue Apr 1 03:32:25 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Run the cords thru pvc pipe untill he is older.
Answered by panache - Tue Apr 1 05:38:37 2008
How can I get my Yorkie to stop chewing on cords?
Q. My husband and I try to keep all cords out of her reach. She is chewing through electrical cords. she has chewed up the cord to our space heater and the internet cable to his xbox. We try to keep them away, and spank her when we catch her, but it is not working.. Any advice?
Asked by Amy E - Tue Mar 17 15:44:22 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would try giving her a treat when she DOESN'T chew on the chords. Rewards tend to work better with dogs, particularly puppies, than punishment.
Answered by Leigh - Tue Mar 17 15:57:10 2009
Q. My husband and I try to keep all cords out of her reach. She is chewing through electrical cords. she has chewed up the cord to our space heater and the internet cable to his xbox. We try to keep them away, and spank her when we catch her, but it is not working.. Any advice?
Asked by Amy E - Tue Mar 17 15:44:22 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would try giving her a treat when she DOESN'T chew on the chords. Rewards tend to work better with dogs, particularly puppies, than punishment.
Answered by Leigh - Tue Mar 17 15:57:10 2009
Cat chewing on electrical cords, how do I make him stop?
Q. Our male cat is a biter and he does all sorts of bad things to get our attention. At 5 am he'll come into the bedroom and knock things off the night stand or dresser to wake us up. He'll do the same thing in the kitchen. He'll bite any exposed skin to wake me up or for attention. And lately he's started chewing on things. He opens my jewelry box ( No clasp on the box) so he can chew on necklaces. But more importantly he chews on electrical wires. My Fiance and I plug our phones into the same outlet. Twice he's chewed though my cell phone charger cord. Thank God he wasn't hurt. What really makes me mad is my Fiance's cord is left untouched. Today I found bite marks on my lap top cord and the plastic cut a little bit. What I don't… [cont.]
Asked by lioness - Mon Mar 16 13:43:40 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hate isn't part of it, it's the 'mouth feel' to the cords. Take 1/4 cup of liquid dish washing soap and add two tablespoons of water to it. Dip your fingers in it and coat the wires thickly with this. A mouthful of dish soap usually stops the chewing. It'll dry on the cords and work long term.
Answered by hudsongray - Mon Mar 16 13:53:05 2009
Q. Our male cat is a biter and he does all sorts of bad things to get our attention. At 5 am he'll come into the bedroom and knock things off the night stand or dresser to wake us up. He'll do the same thing in the kitchen. He'll bite any exposed skin to wake me up or for attention. And lately he's started chewing on things. He opens my jewelry box ( No clasp on the box) so he can chew on necklaces. But more importantly he chews on electrical wires. My Fiance and I plug our phones into the same outlet. Twice he's chewed though my cell phone charger cord. Thank God he wasn't hurt. What really makes me mad is my Fiance's cord is left untouched. Today I found bite marks on my lap top cord and the plastic cut a little bit. What I don't… [cont.]
Asked by lioness - Mon Mar 16 13:43:40 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Hate isn't part of it, it's the 'mouth feel' to the cords. Take 1/4 cup of liquid dish washing soap and add two tablespoons of water to it. Dip your fingers in it and coat the wires thickly with this. A mouthful of dish soap usually stops the chewing. It'll dry on the cords and work long term.
Answered by hudsongray - Mon Mar 16 13:53:05 2009
cat chewing electrical cords?
Q. last night i found the cord to my cell phone charger chewed. today i found a pair of very expensive headphones that go to a digital piano - the cord had been chewed and bit off in several places. how do i stop my cat from doing this? im so mad right now. why does everyone assume that my cats are bored or that I dont provide anything for them to do? and how practical is it to put a digital piano in the closet where the cat wont get to it? headphones i understand, but some things you just cant. and dont you think i would keep them away from the cords if i saw them near them? it obviously happened when i wasnt home!
Asked by Jan g - Sun May 24 12:25:19 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
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Answered by tarson@ymail.com - Sun May 24 18:00:11 2009
Q. last night i found the cord to my cell phone charger chewed. today i found a pair of very expensive headphones that go to a digital piano - the cord had been chewed and bit off in several places. how do i stop my cat from doing this? im so mad right now. why does everyone assume that my cats are bored or that I dont provide anything for them to do? and how practical is it to put a digital piano in the closet where the cat wont get to it? headphones i understand, but some things you just cant. and dont you think i would keep them away from the cords if i saw them near them? it obviously happened when i wasnt home!
Asked by Jan g - Sun May 24 12:25:19 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
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Answered by tarson@ymail.com - Sun May 24 18:00:11 2009
What can I put on a electrical cord to stop the dog from chewing on it?
Q. What can I put on a electrical cord to make my dog stop chewing them. He likes outdoor cords the best so it needs to be something that can be out in the cold .
Asked by t h - Thu Jan 15 00:46:33 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. there are some sprays you can buy at petsmart that are supposed to leave a bitter taste in the dogs mouth and make them not want to experience that taste again so after it gets that taste in their mouth they should stay away from whatever you spray it on.
Answered by Justin - Thu Jan 15 00:50:17 2009
Q. What can I put on a electrical cord to make my dog stop chewing them. He likes outdoor cords the best so it needs to be something that can be out in the cold .
Asked by t h - Thu Jan 15 00:46:33 2009 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. there are some sprays you can buy at petsmart that are supposed to leave a bitter taste in the dogs mouth and make them not want to experience that taste again so after it gets that taste in their mouth they should stay away from whatever you spray it on.
Answered by Justin - Thu Jan 15 00:50:17 2009
How can I get my cat to stop CHEWING cords?
Q. My cat has a nasty habit of chewing electrical cords, or anything thats stringy in general. I'm sure he's been shocked a few times because of this. He has chewed up my roommates ipod earphones, phone charger, my phone charger, and last night, MY ipod earphones!!! I don't understand, I yell at him and lightly spank him on his nose and he acts like he understands- he lays down and acts all submissive towards me, but he still does it. I love him to death, but he's so mischievious and he's driving me nuts. I have to pay $50 to replace my earphones!!! How can I get him to stop chewing before I come home to an electrocuted cat? (sorry, had to throw that in there)
Asked by Janie - Thu Mar 27 11:40:32 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Aaarrggh! I totally know what you mean! One of mine chewed through my computer keyboard cord, 2 cell phone rechargers cords, my Swiffer Vac recharger, one of my computer's speaker cords (so now I only have 1) and numerous other things. I got a product called Bitter Apple from the pet store. I found it in the dog section. It comes in a spray or a gel. I got the gel and rubbed it on all my cords. He tried to chew my cell phone cord (again!) and got a bit of a surprise- a yucky taste in his mouth that made him change his mind about eating yet another cell phone cord!
Answered by Julie6962 - Thu Mar 27 12:08:33 2008
Q. My cat has a nasty habit of chewing electrical cords, or anything thats stringy in general. I'm sure he's been shocked a few times because of this. He has chewed up my roommates ipod earphones, phone charger, my phone charger, and last night, MY ipod earphones!!! I don't understand, I yell at him and lightly spank him on his nose and he acts like he understands- he lays down and acts all submissive towards me, but he still does it. I love him to death, but he's so mischievious and he's driving me nuts. I have to pay $50 to replace my earphones!!! How can I get him to stop chewing before I come home to an electrocuted cat? (sorry, had to throw that in there)
Asked by Janie - Thu Mar 27 11:40:32 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Aaarrggh! I totally know what you mean! One of mine chewed through my computer keyboard cord, 2 cell phone rechargers cords, my Swiffer Vac recharger, one of my computer's speaker cords (so now I only have 1) and numerous other things. I got a product called Bitter Apple from the pet store. I found it in the dog section. It comes in a spray or a gel. I got the gel and rubbed it on all my cords. He tried to chew my cell phone cord (again!) and got a bit of a surprise- a yucky taste in his mouth that made him change his mind about eating yet another cell phone cord!
Answered by Julie6962 - Thu Mar 27 12:08:33 2008
What is the best way to stop my Golden retreiver/Lab to stop chewing?
Q. My dog is about a year old and wont stop chewing on things. It doesent matter what it is she will chew on it. I dont want to get rid of her and I hate to yell at her, because it does not seem to be working. Unfortunatly, i keep coming home to find my shoes and even electrical cords chewed up. please help
Asked by chase's mom - Sat Aug 25 18:25:11 2007 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Apparently she has demonstrated to you that she cannot be trusted to have the run of the house yet when you aren't home (too much freedom!). I would recommend you invest in a crate or baby gate her in a "doggie-proof" room. I would not only do this for your sanity, but also for her safety. Usually a destructive dog is a bored dog. You need to tire this girl out before you leave with a good 45 minute walk each morning. Also, I would suggest you invest in some good chewies to keep her occupied. Kong's are a favorite. I also recommend Nylabones and Natural Bones. Yelling at her will not work. Not only will she be scared of you... but unless you are actually catching her in the act of destruction... punishment will not do anything.… [cont.]
Answered by Vet Tech 's Christmas! - Sat Aug 25 18:29:08 2007
Q. My dog is about a year old and wont stop chewing on things. It doesent matter what it is she will chew on it. I dont want to get rid of her and I hate to yell at her, because it does not seem to be working. Unfortunatly, i keep coming home to find my shoes and even electrical cords chewed up. please help
Asked by chase's mom - Sat Aug 25 18:25:11 2007 - - 9 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Apparently she has demonstrated to you that she cannot be trusted to have the run of the house yet when you aren't home (too much freedom!). I would recommend you invest in a crate or baby gate her in a "doggie-proof" room. I would not only do this for your sanity, but also for her safety. Usually a destructive dog is a bored dog. You need to tire this girl out before you leave with a good 45 minute walk each morning. Also, I would suggest you invest in some good chewies to keep her occupied. Kong's are a favorite. I also recommend Nylabones and Natural Bones. Yelling at her will not work. Not only will she be scared of you... but unless you are actually catching her in the act of destruction... punishment will not do anything.… [cont.]
Answered by Vet Tech 's Christmas! - Sat Aug 25 18:29:08 2007
My 9 week old kitten chews on electrical cords.Should I keep him in a cage at night--for his own safety?
Q. My 9 week old kitten chews on electrical cords.Should I keep him in a cage at night--for his own safety?
Asked by MaryBeth - Tue Jun 20 20:55:16 2006 - - 18 Answers - 2 Comments
A. If the animal repellant won't work like one person suggested, take a bar of fragrant soap, Irish Spring is the strongest that I know of, & rub it on the cord(s). Just lightly though. I did this when I brought home my cat & she was chewing on every cord in sight. It was a bit of a pain to get to all the cords but I enlisted my son to crawl in spots I couldn't reach. The scent of the soap kept her away.
Answered by Belle - Tue Jun 20 21:01:24 2006
Q. My 9 week old kitten chews on electrical cords.Should I keep him in a cage at night--for his own safety?
Asked by MaryBeth - Tue Jun 20 20:55:16 2006 - - 18 Answers - 2 Comments
A. If the animal repellant won't work like one person suggested, take a bar of fragrant soap, Irish Spring is the strongest that I know of, & rub it on the cord(s). Just lightly though. I did this when I brought home my cat & she was chewing on every cord in sight. It was a bit of a pain to get to all the cords but I enlisted my son to crawl in spots I couldn't reach. The scent of the soap kept her away.
Answered by Belle - Tue Jun 20 21:01:24 2006
My dog likes chewing on electrical cord I can not move them so I need a solution on how to keep him away?
Q. i dont want him electricuted
Asked by Pierre N - Mon Jul 16 14:47:08 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. How bout a stern NO and a squirt in the face with a spray bottle of water?? Obviously it's best if you'd do this when he got close to it, rather than after he's started chewing! ;-)
Answered by GladImSaved - Mon Jul 16 15:06:31 2007
Q. i dont want him electricuted
Asked by Pierre N - Mon Jul 16 14:47:08 2007 - - 8 Answers - 0 Comments
A. How bout a stern NO and a squirt in the face with a spray bottle of water?? Obviously it's best if you'd do this when he got close to it, rather than after he's started chewing! ;-)
Answered by GladImSaved - Mon Jul 16 15:06:31 2007
Why does my cat chew on electrical cords when she has her own cat toys?
Q. My cat Harmony has this thing for chewing thru power cords, phone cords, phone chargers, mouse cords, et al. She ate thru my flashlight charger this morning, so I bought a new one today. I had the new one in my room all of 5 minutes when she chewed thru it. I didn't even have time enough to put the cord in the plastic "cord protector" I bought today. What is wrong with her?! Why does she do this? (BTW. She is 8 years old... no kitten here. She's always done this.) (She has food whenever she wants it in her feeder too.) She loves to attack the cords like prey. She has plenty of toys that stimulate the attack/prey behavior. What else would you recommend? Denise
Asked by Denise - Fri Jul 3 12:24:52 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. i would put two sided tape or a cat repellent spray on the cords, before she gets killed. and buy some thick boot laces, tie to a table and lie on the floor for her to chew on. why do they do it? to annoy us.
Answered by Jr. is angry - Fri Jul 3 12:31:20 2009
Q. My cat Harmony has this thing for chewing thru power cords, phone cords, phone chargers, mouse cords, et al. She ate thru my flashlight charger this morning, so I bought a new one today. I had the new one in my room all of 5 minutes when she chewed thru it. I didn't even have time enough to put the cord in the plastic "cord protector" I bought today. What is wrong with her?! Why does she do this? (BTW. She is 8 years old... no kitten here. She's always done this.) (She has food whenever she wants it in her feeder too.) She loves to attack the cords like prey. She has plenty of toys that stimulate the attack/prey behavior. What else would you recommend? Denise
Asked by Denise - Fri Jul 3 12:24:52 2009 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. i would put two sided tape or a cat repellent spray on the cords, before she gets killed. and buy some thick boot laces, tie to a table and lie on the floor for her to chew on. why do they do it? to annoy us.
Answered by Jr. is angry - Fri Jul 3 12:31:20 2009
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