I have a crate in my room and that's where Nebo sleeps at night. I think it's great idea to get a crate, please let us know what your mom says.

As far as chewing, what you need to do is teach him what he CAN chew, not that chewing is "bad." Provide him with lots of hardy toys, such as kongs...fill them with treats, etc, and praise him for chewing on them.

In my opinion, the best way to have a dog not destroy items with the chewing, is to just not have those items available. Watch him at all times, and when you can't watch him, crate him. Remember, you can't punish a dog for doing something if you don't catch them in the act...therefore, if he's chewing things while you are away, if you are not there to stop him the moment he's doing it, he won't know its bad.

The bitter apple really didn't stop Nebo...hope it works better with Prince!