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My dog tears up stuff at night. How do I stop this behavior?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Cattle Dog | Female | spayed | 1 year and 3 months old | 30 lbs

My dog autumn keeps tearing up stuff in the middle of the night while I’m sleeping. I bring numerous toys in the room and she continues to do it. I have everything in organization bins and she finds a way to get stuff out. What can I do to stop this? I’m concerned she’s going to get hurt doing it also, ruin something important.

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Answered By Dr. Dayna, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian, Certified Veterinary Acupuncturist

Published on February 19th, 2018

Young dogs get into a lot of mischief! I would encourage you to consider crating her at night to prevent her access to things she shouldn’t be getting into. Also more exercise during the day can wear her out and decrease her chances of getting into things. Best of luck and thank you for using Pet Coach.

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