If you’ve discovered your dog’s new chew toy is your vinyl records, you’ll want to read our article, “Dog Chewed Up Vinyl Records? Here’s How to Stop It!” We’ll discuss how to stop your dog from chewing on your precious records, why they’re attracted to them, and potential dangers they may face.

Plus, we’ll explore the possibility of repairing damaged records. Let’s learn how to keep your collection safe and sound in our article below!

How to Stop Dog from Chewing Vinyl Records

To stop your dog chewing your records:

1. Keep records hidden away or as out of reach as possible.
2. Be sure your dog can always find a safe outlet for their chewing such as a toy they have fun playing with.
3. Spray a deterrent, such as a 1:1 solution of distilled white vinegar and water on a cloth and wipe the record cases with it.
4. The solution is safe on cardboard, just be sure you don’t get the cases too moist to avoid water damage.
5. The vinegar smell will go away after about one hour, but your dog will still be deterred.
6. Give a calm but firm “stop” or “no” immediately when you notice that your dog is once again biting record cases.
7. Don’t yell or get angry, because if they’re behaving like this due to anxiety (which is incredibly likely), this will only make their issues worse.
8. Place them in a quick time-out in their crate or a closed-off room for about ten minutes.
9. If you observe your dog beginning to go after the records, point them to a toy.
10. Give them praise, a treat, and praise when they pick a toy rather than biting on record cases.
11. Ensure that everyone else who lives with you is also following these steps.
12. Stay consistent and patient.

These steps should help you make a lot of progress with getting your dog to stop chewing records, but you still need to address the fact that they ever thought this was an appropriate response to any feelings of anxiety or boredom they were experiencing.

To properly address that, we must first talk about what makes dogs tick and has for thousands and thousands of years now. I’m sure you’ve heard before that all dogs are pack animals, and that in every pack there is a pack leader.

But when your dog chews on your records, they are without a doubt telling you that they don’t respect you in this leadership role.

If they did, they wouldn’t chew up your records and record cases and continue doing so even after you’ve told them to stop. They wouldn’t display any other types of misbehavior or disrespect. And they would obey your commands at all times — happily — and they would do so immediately.

Make it clear to your dog that you are not just their pack leader, but a capable one who must be respected, and you’ll make all of these terrific things your reality.

You’ll be better off for obvious reasons. But your dog will be too because they’ll no longer have to deal with all of the worry and confusion that their behavior problems are currently saddling their little shoulders with 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

That sounds great, does it not?

“Sure, absolutely, but how do I do any of this?”

You should watch a wonderful free video series which is on this very subject — how to be your dog’s pack leader — by a renowned trainer named Dan. In the series, he explains all you’ll need to know in ways that are very easy to follow and teach to your own dog, and he gets immediately to the point so that you can start seeing these crucial changes in your dog before things get any worse.

Start watching Dan’s free training series now by clicking here. And don’t worry, because no, you’re not going to have to yell or be mean to your dog. Dan uses only 100% humane and loving teaching techniques at all times. Not just because they’re the right thing to do, but also because they’re the fastest way to achieve permanent changes in your dog’s behavior.

Why Do Dogs Chew Vinyl Records?

Dogs chew vinyl records mainly because of anxiety or boredom. When left alone, dogs can get anxious and look for ways to cope, which often leads to destructive behaviors like chewing. Boredom, on the other hand, can make dogs look for something to do, and your vinyl collection might just be their next target.

If your dog is still a puppy, teething could also be a reason they’re chewing on your vinyl records. However, it’s essential to address the issue right away, so it doesn’t become a learned behavior that persists even after the core issue is treated.

Storing your vinyl records out of your dog’s reach is essential for their preservation, but this measure alone won’t solve the underlying problem. Your dog will just find similar things to eat or chew destructively in order to soothe their issue.

You’ll discover that your dog ate your DVDs, ate your CDs, ate your Blu-Rays, ate your cassette tapes, or ate your VHS tapes. Pretty much anything will look attractive to them, which is why you need to address this problem at its root. To find out the exact steps to do that, go back to the first section of this article now.

Can Dogs Get Hurt Chewing Vinyl Records?

Dogs can get hurt chewing vinyl records. When dogs chew on vinyl records, they can ingest small, sharp pieces that pose a significant risk to their health. These fragments can cause internal injuries, blockages, or even choking.

So, not only is your cherished vinyl collection at risk, but so is your dog’s well-being. It’s crucial to prevent this behavior to keep both your dog and your records safe. If you’d like to learn the exact steps to follow to stop your dog from chewing on your vinyl records, go back to the first section of this article now.

Can Broken Vinyl Records Be Repaired?

Although it’s not always possible to repair broken vinyl records, some methods may help restore them to a playable condition. Professional restoration services can sometimes fix minor damage, but severe damage or multiple breaks might render the record beyond repair.

Regardless, it’s important to assess each case individually and consult an expert if you’re unsure. However, prevention is always better than a cure, so ensuring your dog doesn’t chew your records in the first place is the best approach. Go back to the first section of this article now and we’ll teach you how to do that.

You should now know everything you need to handle your dog’s chewing of vinyl records, so I’ll let you get started. Good luck with everything, and thank you for reading our article “Dog Chewed Up Vinyl Records? Here’s How to Stop It!”