How to Stop a Puppy From Biting

your puppy
your puppy

One of the most common situations for puppies to bite is when a child runs around and causes a dog to become tense. While you might think that it’s normal to run around and chase your puppy, a jerk away from your puppy’s bite makes the action seem like fun. Instead of trying to chase after the puppy, try ignoring him for a minute or so. Then, return to the game and reward your puppy for concentrating on his toy.

Another way to avoid your puppy from biting is to provide them with appropriate chew toys. These toys can satisfy their natural desire to gnaw and will stop them from biting you. The toys can also be a reward for good chewing. While giving a puppy a chew toy, be sure to supervise the play and behave as if you were the one getting bitten. A bored puppy will most likely gnaw on something inappropriate because it isn’t getting enough exercise.

Another common way to stop a puppy from biting is to ignore it. This method is effective and has been shown to work well. A puppy nips because it wants to play, and stopping playtime will teach him that it is not fun to bite. If you have a family, you can train them to walk away from the puppy each time it bites someone. This method may seem harsh, but will work in the long run.

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If you cannot control your puppy, consider seeking professional help. Your veterinarian can give you additional tips and recommendations for behavior modification. You can also seek the services of a board certified veterinary behaviorist. This person has completed extensive training in behavior and passed a competency exam. Not all trainers are familiar with aggressive biting issues. You may also want to hire a trainer who specializes in such behavior. A veterinary behaviorist will be able to give you more advice on how to stop a puppy from biting and to prevent it from happening again.

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In some cases, puppies can be difficult to train and need a lot of patience and love. You can redirect their bites with treats. With one hand, pet your puppy and the other hand, hold a treat in the other. Show them the treats only when they aren’t biting. They will soon learn to use their mouth to gnaw on things they shouldn’t. If your puppy starts to show signs of being biting again, show him the treat instead.

Another way to deter a mouthy puppy is to exercise him. It’s important to get your puppy plenty of exercise, both physically and mentally. A tired puppy will behave like a hyperactive child. You can also try a spray of bitter apple on his face or on your hands. It’s likely that the spray will deter the puppy from biting you, so try a few times before giving up.

By BobJ

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