Ever caught your dog chewing on a stick in the yard—or worse, your furniture leg? You’re not alone. Dogs and wood go way back. But why do they do it?
Let’s break it down.
It’s Instinct
Chewing is natural for dogs. It starts when they’re puppies and teething, but it doesn’t stop there. Chewing helps dogs explore the world around them. It calms them. It even relieves boredom and stress.
Wood just happens to be everywhere. In the wild, dogs chew on twigs and branches. At home, they often go for chair legs or firewood. It’s not because they’re trying to be bad—it’s just instinct.
It Feels Good
Wood has a texture dogs seem to love. It’s hard, but not like a rock. It gives a little. When your dog chews on wood, they get satisfaction from the pressure. It helps with sore gums and can even clean their teeth.
Some dogs prefer it over rubber or plastic because it feels more natural—because it is.
It Fights Boredom
Dogs don’t have screens, books, or podcasts. When they’re bored, they look for something to do—and chewing is fun. If there’s no toy around, the leg of the table starts to look pretty interesting.
Giving them a piece of natural wood—like a coffee wood chew—can keep them busy in a healthy way.
Not All Wood Is Safe
Here’s the thing: not all wood is good for chewing.
Sticks from the yard can splinter. They can carry mold, chemicals, or bugs. And some types of wood—like cherry or walnut—can even be toxic to dogs.
Furniture? Definitely not safe. It’s treated, finished, and full of stuff your dog shouldn’t ingest.
That’s why more dog parents are turning to natural wood chews designed just for dogs.
So… How to keep a dog from chewing on wood?
We get it—your dog won’t stop chewing on the chair leg, the table, or that stick in the yard. But don’t worry. There’s a better way. Let’s talk solutions.
1. Give Them Something Real to Chew
Not all chews are created equal. You want something safe, natural, and satisfying. That’s why we love coffee wood. It’s just wood—nothing added. No glue, no flavoring, no fuss. Dogs love it, and you’ll love how clean it keeps your home.
2. Keep Them Busy
A bored dog is a chewy dog. Try puzzle toys, longer walks, or some fun training time. A tired dog is less likely to turn your furniture into a snack.
3. Use a Bit of “Yuck”
You can spray pet-safe bitter stuff on the spots they love to chew. It’s not magic, but it helps.
4. Watch and Redirect
If you catch them mid-chew on something they shouldn’t be gnawing, don’t scold. Just swap it with a chew toy and give them a “good dog!” when they take it.
5. Still Stuck? Talk to a Pro
Sometimes it’s more than just boredom. If you’ve tried everything and your pup’s still eating your table legs, chat with your vet or a dog trainer.
Why We Use Coffee Wood dog chew?
At FIVIVE, we make chews from coffee wood, a hard, dense wood from old coffee trees in Vietnam’s Central Highlands. We don’t cut down trees—we just use pruned branches that would otherwise go to waste.
Each piece is cleaned, air-dried, and hand-cut. No glue, no chemicals, no additives. Just pure wood.
When dogs chew on coffee wood, it breaks down slowly into soft fibers—no sharp splinters, no mess on your floor. It’s like giving your dog a stick, but smarter and safer.
A Simple Way to Satisfy Their Chewing Urge
Chewing on wood isn’t weird—it’s wired into your dog’s brain. But you can give them something better than a random stick.
Coffee wood chews are clean, long-lasting, and made just for dogs. They satisfy your dog’s natural need to chew—while giving you peace of mind.
Written by John Nguyễn – co-founder of FIVIVE GLOBAL CO., LTD.
Hi, I’m John, co-founder of FIVIVE in Vietnam’s Central Highlands—where coffee wood is everywhere. We turn leftover branches from coffee trees into natural chews, keeping things simple, clean, and honest. At FIVIVE, we believe in giving your dog something real—nothing more, nothing less.
