A dog that likes to dig can pretty quickly destroy your yard. And though you can scold them when you catch them in the act, stopping the behavior entirely will likely require a bit more effort.

I'm fortunate that none of mine ever had a penchant for digging holes, but my late pit bull ... I've never met a dog that wasn't deterred by wire. Diggers will continue to dig, however, so ...

Dogs often dig out of pure instinct, so frequent digging isn't always a cause for concern. You can redirect problem digging with training, adequate exercise, and a digging spot of their own.