Tips on Stopping Your Akita from Digging Did you know female DOGS of the wild bury bones to build a nest for their puppies? Regardless, if they are expecting or not, a female DOG (bitch) will excavate a den for shelter and safety. As we learned from Lassie and Benji, DOGS are serious savers. Digging will be deployed to bury a treat or save a bone for another day. Chinese Crested dogs are often considered to be so ugly that they are cute. They often win ugly dog contests. They are odd looking, mostly hairless dogs. They are also the only breed of dog that is capable of getting acne. DOG owners who use blood meal or bone to fertilize their grass may have a challenging time discouraging their canine from digging up the yard. DOGS find the aroma of bone and blood meal irresistible. As a result, some serious excavating may take place. The springer spaniel breed is well-known for having very high energy levels. In fact, the "spring" in "springer spaniel" referred to this dog's ability to spring out at, or startle game. They are excellent hunting dogs. Thwarting a DOG'S unwanted behavior calls for a little canine strategizing. But the first step to discouraging bad habits entails understanding why a DOG is engaging in such behavior. Then, preventing your DOG from digging up your rose bushes, exhuming to erect a cage or to hide its favorite treat is a matter of manipulation 101. The largest breed of dog that is recognized by the American Kennel Club is the Irish Wolfhound, which stands thirty to 30 to 35 inches at the top of the shoulders and weighs 105 to 125 pounds. Use these rules to help modify the way your akita digs: The silky terrier originated about 100 years ago in Australia. Their major ancestors were the Australian terrier and the Yorkshire terrier. They were bred to be family companions, watchdogs, and to hunt rodents and snakes. - Find a shaded and sandy area of your yard, where your akita can dig. Sanded material represents less dirt for you to clean off your akita and in the house. The official record for the heaviest dog was set way back in 1989. The dog in question was an English mastiff named Zorba. At the time, he weighed 343 pounds. He was 8 years old when he was weighed. - Designate the area to your canine Dachshunds may be small and cute, but they are also the smallest hunting breed. They were bred to be low to the ground, which allows them to enter and maneuver through tunnels and chase prey easily. - Bury treats, bones and toys in the authorized location Inbreeding causes about 3 out of every 10 dalmations suffer from some sort of hearing loss. The good news is that, like deaf people, they can easily be taught to recognize words in sign language and still make excellent companions. - Condition him or her to use the spot with treats and praises If you want your dog to win Westminster then you may want to get a Fox Terrier. Why? The winningest dog in Westminster history is Ch. Warren Remedy, a Fox Terrier, who won best In show in 1907, 1908 and 1909. Whenever your canine digs an unauthorized location of your yard, firmly say, "no" and steer him to the designated area. To motivate your akita to dig from the appropriate area, soften the soil. Then hide your akita�s favorite treat or toy. The Japanese Chin, also known as the Japanese Spaniel, is considered to be one of the most cat-like of the dog breeds when it comes to attitude. It is alert, intelligent, and often independent. Also, like a cat, it uses its paws to wash its face. To deter you canine from digging up your garden or other areas, make the area smell unpleasant with mothballs, ammonia pepper or other discouraging elements in the prohibited place. German shepherd dogs are great working dogs. They are often used as police dogs, rescue dogs and guides for the blind. In fact, one of them, a guide dog named Orient, once led a blind hiker the entire 2100 mile length of the Appalachian Trail.