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Also, i've noticed that if i keep her outside, due to guests coming over, or because i'm doing a big clean, she tends to sit near the door or at the large window just looking in for practically the entire time we're there.

In saying that, I've noticed the more time she spends with us inside, or even out and about, the less 'destructive' she is.

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She sounds bored, and lonely, poor girl. Dogs are social creatures, they live in packs. YOU are her pack. Leaving her outside while you clean or entertain is like isolation to her. There's her pack having fun (she doesn't know cleaning is a chore!) and she is left out. It sounds like she doesn't have nearly enough time with you and your partner. She needs play time with each of you, as well as relax time. This doesn't mean she is indoors ALL the time the way my dogs are (mine are clearly indoor dogs, by breeding). You wouldn't treat a child like this, leaving them out and alone and once in a while letting them in, keeping them away from family and friends. Don't do it with her either. She is a member of your family!

Taking up Agility or Flyball with her would be a great idea!

As for chewing things, that too is because she is bored. If you have things you don't want her to chew, make sure they are out of her reach -- fence around them.

Please do right by your precious doggie and spend quality time with her!