Why Puppies Chew Furniture (And How to Stop It)

If your table legs look like they’ve been through battle, you’re not alone.

Puppies chew furniture because they’re teething, bored, or haven’t learned boundaries. The behavior is natural—but it doesn’t have to be permanent.

Here’s why it happens—and what to do about it.

Why Puppies Chew Furniture

• Teething pain: Chewing relieves gum discomfort
• Exploration: Puppies use their mouths to learn
• Boredom: Idle pups will find something to do
• Lack of redirection: No clear idea what is okay to chew

Furniture is solid, available, and unfortunately irresistible without intervention.

Why Telling Them “No” Isn’t Enough

• Doesn’t teach what to chew
• Can create confusion or frustration
• Often turns into a game (“chase me!”)

The better solution? Redirection.

How to Redirect Chewing Behavior

1. Interrupt Calmly – Use a neutral cue like “uh-uh” or a light clap
2. Offer a Better Option – Give them a safe, engaging chew toy like NeverBite™
3. Encourage Play With the Toy – Make it exciting, interactive, and handler-led
4. Reinforce Calm Chewing – Praise or reward when they chew the right thing
5. Be Consistent – Redirection only works when it happens every time

Why NeverBite™ Works for Furniture-Chewers

• Safe for teething and tugging
• No stuffing or hard plastic
• Built-in silicone glove = hand-safe training
• Interactive play teaches boundaries through cues like “drop it” and “leave it”
• Durable enough to become the go-to chewing outlet

NeverBite™ teaches what’s fair game—and helps make furniture less interesting.

Final Word From the Crew

Your pup isn’t trying to destroy your home. They’re just looking for the right outlet. With the right timing, redirection, and tools, you can turn chewing into a training opportunity.

🏴☠ Save your furniture. Train smarter with NeverBite™.