Johnson's Veterinary | Dog Training | Anti Chew Spray - 145ml

Johnson's Anti Chew Spray: Safe & Effective Deterrent for Unwanted Chewing!

Break your pet's unwanted chewing habits with Johnson's Anti Chew Spray, a harmless yet highly effective bitter apple flavoured deterrent. Perfect for puppies and adult dogs alike, this spray helps discourage them from biting furniture, shoes, or other household possessions they shouldn't.

This specially formulated anti-chew spray creates a bitter taste that pets find unpleasant, without causing any harm. It's free from dangerous chemicals and is suitable for use with both cats and dogs. Use it in conjunction with providing appropriate chew toys to redirect your pet's chewing instincts positively. Johnson's Anti Chew Spray can also be used to help prevent self-harm in pets that compulsively chew on themselves.

Frequently Asked Questions about Anti-Chew Sprays

Why is an anti-chew spray like Johnson's beneficial for pet owners?

• Discourages Destructive Chewing: The primary benefit is to safely deter pets from gnawing on inappropriate items like furniture, cables, shoes, or carpets, protecting your belongings from damage.
• Aids in Habit Breaking: For puppies learning boundaries or older dogs with established unwanted chewing habits, it provides a consistent, unpleasant taste cue that helps them associate specific items with a negative experience, thereby breaking the habit.
• Safe and Harmless: Johnson's Anti Chew Spray is designed to be non-toxic and free from dangerous chemicals, ensuring your pet's safety even if they taste it.
• Versatile Use: It can be applied to a wide variety of surfaces and is suitable for both cats and dogs, making it a flexible solution for multi-pet households.
• Helps Prevent Self-Harm: For pets that chew or lick excessively at themselves due to anxiety, boredom, or medical issues, this spray can temporarily discourage the behaviour, giving you time to address the underlying cause with a vet or behaviourist.

How does an anti-chew spray work to prevent chewing?

• Taste Aversion: The spray contains a bitter agent (bitter apple flavour in this case) that leaves a highly unpleasant taste on treated surfaces. When a pet attempts to chew, lick, or mouth the sprayed item, they encounter this bitter taste.
• Negative Reinforcement (in a safe way): This immediate, unpleasant taste acts as a deterrent, creating a safe form of negative reinforcement. The pet quickly learns to associate the specific item with the undesirable taste, leading them to avoid it in the future.
• Redirection Aid: It works best when used as part of a comprehensive strategy that includes redirecting your pet to appropriate chew toys. The spray makes the "wrong" items unappealing, while suitable chew toys remain highly desirable.

Tips for Effective Use of Johnson's Anti Chew Spray

For best results, use Johnson's Anti Chew Spray as part of a consistent training approach:

1. Clean the Area First: Before applying, clean the surface of the item you wish to protect. This removes any existing scents that might attract your pet.
2. Apply Generously and Consistently: Spray the item thoroughly, ensuring good coverage. For persistent chewers, reapply daily or as needed until the habit is broken. Test on an inconspicuous area first to ensure it doesn't stain.
3. Provide Alternatives: This is crucial! Always ensure your pet has plenty of appropriate, stimulating, and highly appealing chew toys available. The goal is to teach them what they can chew, not just what they cannot.
4. Supervise and Redirect: When you see your pet attempting to chew on a sprayed item, calmly interrupt them, redirect them to one of their approved chew toys, and praise them enthusiastically when they chew on the correct item.
5. Address Underlying Causes: For excessive chewing, especially self-chewing, consult with your vet or a professional dog trainer/behaviourist to rule out medical issues, anxiety, or boredom as contributing factors. The spray is a deterrent, not a cure for underlying behavioural problems.
6. Patience is Key: Breaking habits takes time and consistency. Be patient and persistent with your application and training.

By combining the deterrent power of Johnson's Anti Chew Spray with positive reinforcement and appropriate chew toys, you can effectively manage and modify your pet's unwanted chewing behaviours.