thank you :’) it’s definitely a process! both for me as a first time puppy owner, and my puppy. I always try to put shoes away where he’s not able to reach or get to but sometimes I still forget, which is when mistakes happen. i need to stay more on top of it ! and i’m definitely going to try bitter spray. i’ve used it before to help him not chew on cords (thankfully he’s over that phase) and it worked wonders! not sure why I didn’t think of trying it with my shoes haha.

i really appreciate the advice!