How do I get my dog to stop digging up the lawn.
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Gloria Nixon
My yard is now full of big holes of black dirt
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That is what dogs do, it is instinct. Time to start training! I have 6 in my yard every day and they have all gently been taught not to dig. Dogs just want unconditional love and nothing more than to please you. It will take time and patience. Here are a few links to get you started, there are lots more out there too. Kept us posted. Good luck!
http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/dogs/tips/digging.html
https://m.wikihow.pet/Stop-a-Dog-from-Digging
https://www.cesarsway.com/dog-behavior/obsessive-behavior/getting-a-dog-to-stop-digging
https://www.rover.com/blog/how-to-stop-dog-digging/
Is he a Terrier or working dog type? a Pup? Take him out more for walks and only allow him to dig in one area at a time by restricting access.
Outside toys - balls, throw toys, lots of them. They have large indestructible balls, that they push around. Place a board or rock over each area he has dug up. He cannot dig there again., Eventually he will stop. But the toys provide a distraction.