Daisy Is Digging Holes In My Yard!!!!

**critter crazy** · 11-13-2006, 10:49 AM

Sometimes dogs dig out of boredom, and some just do it cause they can. Unfortunately i have to input for you as to correct the problem. My dog digs too, but only out of boredom, if i keep him busy he dosent dig. Lots of toys, walks, playtime should help. I have to say that she must look completely adorable with dirt smaeed all over her face, giving you the most angelic look that she can!

**BOBS DAD** · 11-13-2006, 11:12 AM

Sorry Tim,

You are getting NO ADVICE but lots of comraderie...

Bob is a digger too. He digs cause he thinks he hears somethings or smells something. Being part Terrier, I think that is just his nature. I can't stop him - and he gets plenty of exercise.

How old is Daisy? I hear that dogs will sometimes dig less as they mature. That's what I am hoping for!!!

P.S. I love your siggy with the two small children. Are they yours?

**Vela** · 11-13-2006, 11:29 AM

Put some of her poop in the holes=x Yes it sounds gross but often will stop the digging, and dont leave her out unsupervised for a time so you can really correct her when she starts to try. After she stops the digging on a regular basis, fill them in with dirt over the poop. Worked for mine.

**BC_MoM** · 11-13-2006, 01:15 PM

Sounds like boredom. Try filling a tin can with rocks or beads and shake it or throw it near her (not AT her) to startle her whenever she starts to dig.

**borzoimom** · 11-13-2006, 02:38 PM

Originally Posted by Vela

Put some of her poop in the holes=x Yes it sounds gross but often will stop the digging, and dont leave her out unsupervised for a time so you can really correct her when she starts to try. After she stops the digging on a regular basis, fill them in with dirt over the poop. Worked for mine.

EXACTLY! I was just about to say that one Vela!

**lvpets2002** · 11-13-2006, 04:06 PM

Well if you could see my backyard you would fell right at home.. My backyard looks like the moon lounier.. I have give up trying & have said I would contract out my girls to grave digging or post hole diggers..

**lizbud** · 11-13-2006, 04:35 PM

I never had a dog who didn't dig. Most all dogs dig at one time or other.
If Daisy is alone outside she's probably bored.Does she have toys around
outside? Believe it or not she will stop on her on as she grows up. She just
has a lot of energy to burn. She needs more exercise.

**Foxed** · 11-13-2006, 04:46 PM

I second the whole bored thing. How much is she out in the backyard? If it's a lot you can stuff kongs and give her lots of toys and that may stop it. She probably also needs more exercise.