How to Keep Dogs Out of Trash
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Keep Your Dog on a Leash
Food waste attracts all sorts of animals to both indoor and outdoor garbage cans – dogs, raccoons and deer all become entranced by its scent! Keep your dog on a leash to help avoid these behaviors occurring and ensure their safety.
As soon as your dog is off leash, they may head straight for the trash can and begin eating whatever they find there. Eating trash may lead to digestive issues in dogs such as vomiting and diarrhea and may expose it to parasites and bacteria that could pose risks. Therefore it is vital that you teach your dogs the “leave it” command and plan walks without trash.
Dogs can be trained to “leave it” by placing something they desire such as food or toys in front of them and saying, “leave it.” When they start moving toward it, use “leave it” and move away slowly from them. This should be practiced both indoors and out before going for walks with more distractions.
An effective strategy to avoid your dog going through your trash is placing the container at an appropriate height for them. This can be accomplished by putting your garbage in a wastebasket or placing it on a higher surface such as a table; or purchasing lid locking mechanisms that restrict pets from opening trash cans – such cans make it more challenging for a canine to access its contents; these mechanisms can also be found online and at most pet stores.
Finally, giving your dog both physical and mental exercise can also help them refrain from eating the trash. By providing toys, treats, or food to chew on as distractions they won’t be so inclined to tear into that bag for an easy meal!
Keep Your Dog in a Crate
Crate training can be an invaluable way to keep your dog from digging through the trash, but only when used effectively. Gradual introduction should ensure your pup associates their time spent inside with positive experiences; don’t force your pet in; this may scare or confuse them – instead use treats and praise to entice them inside!
When first introducing your dog to their crate, place it in an area of your house where you frequently spend time and leave a soft towel or blanket inside. Gently lead your pup towards it while speaking in a calm yet happy tone of voice; once your pup enters his or her own crate, reward with treats and close the door – repeat this several times throughout the day until your pup can sit quietly for at least 30 minutes without becoming anxious or fearful; once this process has become second nature you should begin leaving them in there while you go away or even leaving them there during short durations of absence while/or sleeping in their crate overnight. Once they can sit patiently through this phase, start leaving them there while leaving short periods when you leave home or let them sleep over night as soon as your leave the house!
If your dog tends to chew things, provide him or her with a safe chew toy in his or her crate as an incentive for this behavior. Some dogs also have the tendency of soiling their bedding; if this occurs inside his/her crate, do not punish; take them outside immediately so they can relieve themselves and go about their day!
Ideally, if you are concerned that your pup might get into your trash while you’re gone, invest in a secure garbage can with a latch to prevent him or her from opening it. Alternately, store it somewhere safe like the garage or closet to keep out of reach of curious paws. Also keep any prescription or over-the-counter medication away from reach as some contain potentially toxic ingredients, like xylitol which is harmful to dogs.
Keep Your Dog in a Yard
Many dog owners believe the easiest way to keep their pup out of trash is simply keeping him/her inside their yard. But an determined pup may still find ways to sneak into garbage outside, looking for treats they cannot access at home.
When living in a neighborhood with other dogs, it’s essential that you speak to your neighbors about theirs, particularly if theirs wander off without permission or have been known to raid trash cans. Doing this will prevent their pups from depositing their waste in your yard – something which could potentially expose your family and visitors to diseases like salmonella, campylobacter, giardia or roundworms.
Discuss how they treat their own property when walking their dog, such as picking up after themselves and keeping their pup leashed around the house. If they fail to comply, contact your city and request that a complaint against their unruly pup is filed against them.
Some people have discovered that attaching their dogs with long lines or tethers when taking them outside is an effective way of keeping them from trying to escape, yet still gives them freedom in exploring their yard while remaining attached – providing much safer access than letting loose dogs loose outside.
An effective barrier, the fence should provide your dog with another means of escape – but you must ensure it has no gaps through which he or she could get through. Plastic slats may help secure chain-link fences more securely or, for those on a budget who prefer less expensive solutions such as rolls of bamboo or reed fencing that also block views on either side.
If your dog keeps trying to escape, try training them using positive reinforcement to stay within the yard. Begin by walking them around their backyard perimeter before gradually increasing distance inside fence while throwing treats in their direction; over time they’ll realize they only receive treats by remaining on their property.
Keep Your Dog Indoors
Coronavirus pandemic has seen many dogs spending more time indoors than usual, which is beneficial for their mental and physical health, but can leave them alone more frequently in the house. If your pup tends to chew furniture or escape, consider getting them toys to keep them occupied and entertain them – this may help reduce boredom while discouraging any attempts at escape or raiding the trash can.
As part of your plan to reduce trash pollution, try to limit how often your trash gets put out at once. Pet owners who regularly place their trash out for garbage collection run the risk of rodents, insects and other critters getting in and searching through bags in search of food and treats to steal. To deter them, invest in a trash can with an anti-pet lid available from most hardware stores or online.
Keep your trash can empty before it becomes full; this will make it harder for your pup to sneak in and steal food. Covering its lid with cardboard can also help block out smells associated with food and deter animals from approaching it.
Kennel-trained dogs who spend much of their time outside may become used to running around and expending energy, leading them to be more boisterous indoors when inside, which could include barking or chewing on furniture. To help your outdoor-loving pup settle more comfortably indoors, encourage him or her to sleep on either a blanket or their bed instead of the floor.
If your dog keeps trying to escape or raid the trashcan, providing them with an alternative space may help them feel secure when bored or anxious. Create this safe haven by collecting blankets and their favorite toys in one room so they know it is a secure environment and won’t be tempted into engaging in other activities.
