Every dog owner has faced the frustration of discovering chewed furniture, shoes, or cushions. Chewing is a natural behaviour for dogs — it helps relieve boredom, anxiety and even teething discomfort.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Chewed-up shoes are a common frustration for dog owners. Whether it's a teething puppy or an adult dog with a hard-to-break habit, ...

Puppies and mature dogs chew. A lot—and not just while they are eating. While this drives some owners mad, veterinary scientists suspect there must be functional reasons why your best friend chews ...