"Plus, pruning thorny plants can be a real hassle if you're not careful... I've got the scratches to prove it."
Haha, been there myself—those scratches are no joke. Raised beds sound like a solid workaround, especially if your dog's determined. Might give your method a shot next spring.
Raised beds definitely help, but my dog figured out how to hop right in after a while... crafty little guy. Have you tried any natural deterrents like citrus peels or coffee grounds? Curious if anyone's had luck with those.
I've tried coffee grounds before, but my dog seemed weirdly intrigued by them... kept sniffing around like I'd hidden treats in there. Citrus peels worked better, though they dry out pretty fast and lose their scent. Maybe it's just my pup being stubborn? I've heard cayenne pepper sprinkled around can help too, but haven't tested it myself—anyone brave enough to try that one?
"I've heard cayenne pepper sprinkled around can help too, but haven't tested it myself—anyone brave enough to try that one?"
Haha, I actually did try the cayenne pepper trick once... let's just say it was a short-lived experiment. My dog sneezed like crazy for about 10 minutes, gave me the saddest look ever, and then promptly went right back to digging up my freshly planted flowers. Honestly, citrus peels worked best for me too, but you're right—they dry out super fast. Maybe our pups are just too smart (or stubborn) for these garden hacks?
Haha, I actually did try the cayenne pepper trick once...
Haha, I feel your pain with the cayenne pepper—I tried it once too, and my dog just sneezed and looked offended. What finally worked for me was:
- Small decorative fencing (dogs seem to respect visual boundaries better)
- Planting rosemary and lavender around the edges (bonus: smells great, looks nice)
- A dedicated digging spot elsewhere in the yard...redirected her energy pretty well.
Might be worth a shot if citrus isn't cutting it!
