jiena_drakon, please read my above post. It seems as if you've skimmed over it, because you'll notice that I explain WHY she destroys things. It probably is not a phase. It is probably a behavioural problem that *can* be fixed. You will find the answer above. I personally believe every dog should be alone trained. Nobody knows the circumstances ahead in our lives, and I sure have had to leave my dog alone for 8 hours at a time. I never plan on it, but it happens and alone training makes both my dog and I feel more secure.