How do I stop my dog chewing glasses or frames?

Beyond the strong facial scent, thin frames are light enough to carry off easily and satisfying to bend under a dog's jaw, which is part of why they get targeted more than bulkier objects on the same table.

A hard case kept in the same spot, ideally above counter height, removes the risk entirely. Bedside tables are a common danger zone overnight, so a drawer or a case on a nightstand works better than leaving frames flat on top.

The habit tends to break down when one family member, often a teenager or a partner who is not the primary dog carer, keeps leaving glasses on the arm of the sofa or the kitchen counter. A quick house rule, glasses go in the case or they stay on your face, closes the gap faster than reminding people individually each time.

Give it a firm two week window of consistent storage before judging whether the problem is solved, since a puppy that has successfully grabbed glasses once or twice will keep checking the usual spots out of habit even after access is removed. An adult dog with a longstanding pattern may take slightly longer, closer to three or four weeks, to stop checking.

If your dog has already swallowed a small piece of a lens or frame, watch for vomiting, reduced appetite, or straining over the next day or two, and call your vet the same day you notice any of those signs rather than waiting to see if it resolves on its own.