The Pros And Cons Of A Puppy

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There will come a day when the puppy will do some type of damage to the home, or something in the home like the furniture. “Lack of training and socialization, pent up energy, and stress can all cause a dog to act out and engage in various nuisance behaviors” (Stilwell). Many puppies resort to chewing on anything and everything that is within easy access. Tables, chairs, sofa legs, couch cushions, and decorative pillows are common culprits for a chewing puppy, even when toys are lying all over the house. Puppies can have other bad habits besides chewing, like scratching, digging, and continuous urination issues:
From potty problems to chewing, and nipping, there are a myriad of ways that unwanted dog behavior can confuse and frustrate

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