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Originally Posted by Fats Schindee
We just got a new dog (~1 year old now, black lab/golden shepherd mix) and he's been digging holes in the back yard, especially along the fences and foundation slab. We scold him when we catch him doing it and divert his attention to something else, but aren't always hanging around watching him to be able to catch him in the act. We do keep him inside when possible, but that's not always feasible and he does really like playing in the back yard. What have any of you done that has worked to curtail a dog digging? I've seen some chemical stuff that you can spray/pour on the spots where he digs that's supposed to deter him. Also was considering one of those remote shock collars (but again, we'd have to be watching him for this to be effective). Any suggestions are appreciated... thanks!
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I have a golden retriever who is about 2 yrs old and digs as well. They do have a lot of energy, so make sure you take him out to a park to burn some of it off. Trying to catch him in the act is pretty hard in my opinion. Leave the dog and area where he or she can dig and do not patch it, as it will let your dog know that this is his or her area to dig. Good Luck, oh stay away from those shock collars.