Dogs are often labeled "bad" when they chew on furniture, dig in the yard, and bark excessively. Granted, no human likes this. But why do they do this? Because they have not been trained not to or they are bored and lonely. Punishment is not training. No animal will be an angel all the time without it knowing what is expected of it. Dogs do "doggy" things, they get bored, they get lonely, and they need exercise, training and love. Simple obedience training can make a world of difference in the attitude that an animal has. Take the time to work with your dog so that it knows what is expected of it. You'll be amazed at the difference it makes. Many breeds of dogs, such as labs, Australian shepherds, retrievers, etc… are working dogs, they were bred to do certain jobs. When these dogs don't have enough stimulation or exercise, they can easily become bored or frustrated. Providing adequate chew toys, exercise, and love is a requirement.