Why does my dog keep stealing clothes

Let us know in the comments. Kelsey is a K9 of Mine contributor who has worked with dogs as a shift runner and office manager of a boarding kennel. An animal lover to the max, she lives in South Jersey with her husband, her five dogs Boomer, Taj, Batman, Maya, and Moxie, some kitties, and two grumpy turtles.

Like it? Share it! Written by Kelsey Snyder Kelsey is a K9 of Mine contributor who has worked with dogs as a shift runner and office manager of a boarding kennel. Join our pup pack! Get tons of great dog training advice and tips about gear! Thank you! You have successfully joined our pup pack. No Comments Leave a Comment Name. Post comment Cancel. You might be making the behavior worse if you engage in chase.

Instead of allowing access to all toys at all times you should consider rotating them. Some dogs steal because they long for your attention. They will take something just to prompt you to chase them. These dogs know what is important to you and they will grab the item just at the right time, so you see them do it.

Their great hope is that you will follow in hot pursuit. Earlier this year a 3 year old Great Dane was taken to the vet after he started vomiting. The x-ray showed a large amount of foreign material in his stomach so they opened him up and discovered Luckily the dog was fine and made a full recovery. If your dog is a laundry thief there are a few simple tips to get them to stop. The easiest way to get your stolen item back from your dog is to bribe them.

Go to the kitchen and start rummaging through food or pick up one of their favorite toys and invite them to play. It might seem like rewarding bad behavior but you have to think of it from your dogs perspective. Kong Wobblers , Puzzle Toys , and a stuffed Kong are all decent ways to keep your dog entertained. Keep your laundry stored away in a hamper or somewhere closed off. Keep your dog mentally and physically tired.

Most dogs, especially the younger sporting and working breeds need a lot of daily exercise. Add in some games of tug , fetch, and obedience work. Adding a few play sessions a day will keep your dog happy, healthy, and out of your laundry basket. I still catch Laika stealing tissues occasionally. Does your dog steal any weird items? Does he raid the garbage or laundry bin? Since those are relatively safe for a dog her size, I let her have them.

Better those than the alternatives. Yes my dog too! For some reason tissues, paper towels and her puppy wipes fascinate her and she must have them! I have a horrible issue with leaving my socks around. Atka likes to steal them and shred them, while Mauja prefers to bury them. Thankfully, eating them is not on their agenda. Bruce has eaten countless socks, panties, and a couple of gloves.

I had never given thought as to why he did it. This was really informative. I admit to allowing and encouraging it by engaging in the chase because she is just so pleased with herself. She loves a good game of sock ball fetch and will sometimes attempt to take my socks off my feet in the early evening.

When Thunder was young, I wanted to kill him. He would get up on his hind legs and steal the dish cloth. If your dog has indeed eaten a sock, the severity of the situation depends on factors such as:. If your dog shows signs of distress such as vomiting , lethargy , or diarrhea , it could be a sign of bowel obstruction , in which case, your dog should be treated by a vet immediately. They just enjoy chewing, need fun and entertainment, like your smell and love you , are naturally curious and playful, interested in the things you have lying around and finally, because they might be suffering from separation anxiety.

A GPS dog tracker can ensure that you can stay connected to your dog at all times. If your dog actually does manage to eat a sock, consult your vet as soon as possible.

And remember to give your furry friend lots of love, no matter what they get up to! For more information, check out this video from Urban Dog Training on why dogs steal socks and underwear:. General Why do dogs like socks? Here are the main reasons why dogs love socks: Chewing — it feels good!

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