How do I teach Lab puppies not to nip at the hands, legs etc.?

Answer 1

Well, it's definitely a puppy thing in general 'cause they're just trying to play. But if you don't like how they're playing, grab their muzzle so that their mouth is closed, and in a firm tone, looking them straight in the eye, tell them "no." Using that, your dog will eventually grow out of it. (My lab didn't seem to completely calm down until she was 2 years old, but I believe the biting stopped a lot earlier than that.)

Answer 2

I am dealing with this right now. I have a 10 week old lab that is a nipper and biter. Saying No and pulling the puppy off is the first thing you must do. Be consistent and never let the puppy do it. If you know that the puppy will do it when you enter the room etc. be ready to redirect the puppy before he has a chance to do it. I have also use the clicker training method to reward my puppy when he gets down and does not bite or nip. I click then treat. I have had a lot of success with the clicker training. He comes when called, goes into the down position, and enters his crate on command . All this was done with clicker training. Labs really respond to operant conditioning. They know when they hear the click for their behavior a reward will follow. There are some great books out there that go into detail. Good luck to you :)

Answer 3

Hi there, I am a Veterinarian Technician and a Dog Obediance Instructor specializing in puppies. I hope I can help you! First of all, congratulations on your new puppy! How exciting! Secondly, I do have two suggestions/strategies to help you stop your puppy from nipping! There are two different types of biting, agressive and play. It sounds as though the puppy is play biting. Please be aware if play biting is not stopped, it can lead to agressive/territorial biting even over something as silly as a sock they want to play with. I am also wondering if it is a quick bite or a clenched on bite, there are different ways to go about those. Anyways, luckily for you, it is not too late!! The first strategy I would like you to try is something littermates would teach each other when they were very young pups still with mom: Each time your puppy bites you I want you to let out that loud, earpiercing, yelp that I know you have heard from other dogs. That is how other dogs communicate to each other that the behavior is not acceptable. It is important that you don't yell, hit, or bite your puppy back (trust me, I have seen EVERYTHING!), instead let out a loud yelp. It might take a few times for your puppy to realize what your message is, but remember it is so so important to remain consistant! Don't yelp every other time he bites, yelp each and every time or you will leave your puppy confused as to why sometimes he can bite, and sometimes he can't. If that doesn't work (it really should if done consistantly!) then you can try to associate a word with a behavior and a consequence. Think when you try to teach your puppy to sit. You associate a word ("Sit!") with a behavior (when they actually it) with a consequence (a cookie, praise, rubs, etc. remember... consequences are not always bad! they are just a result o a choosed behavior!). So apply the whole sit concept to the biting. Your word could be as simple as "Ouch!" (say it sternly, you can use a louder voice, but don't yell) when he bites (behavior) and the consequence (as SOON as your puppy releases from the bite reward them with a cookie, praise, rub, etc. Again, it might take a few tries (ok, maybe a week, so again, stay consistant. If you feel like the cookies, praise, etc. are not working you could absolutely still use your word "Ouch!" and then immediately pick your puppy up (not in an angry way, just sternly) and put her into her crate for 1 minute. Go on doing your business as he is crated, ignore any barking, crying, eye contact. Then after the minute is up let her out and praise him! Each time you say "Ouch!" and place him in his crate he will associate the behavior (biting) with the consequence (crate). Dogs are smart and want to please, he will catch on! Just remember to stay calm and assertive! As far as the crate and crying. You have to understand that he came from a shelter and associates the cage with the cages/runs at the shelter, so it is normal for him to become anxious and upset once in his crate. You need to stay strong!!! Don't give in to is barking. Keep him in his crate with good chew toys (I HIGHLY suggest Kongs!!!) and just ignore barking. Don't scold him or tell him to stop you will only be giving him attention he wants. Good luck! You can do it!! I know it! :) Let me know if I can help more!

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Answer 5

A dog should be trained on how to eat, walk with you, not to bark, potty training and sleep on its place etc. You can teach anything to your puppy, dogs get trained easily with some good instructions. If you want some good training tips visit https://tr.im/kwQpd

If properly trained, they should also understand whistle and gesture equivalents for all the relevant commands, e.g. short whistle or finger raised sit, long whistle or flat hand lay down, and so on.

It's important that they also get gestures and whistles as voice may not be sufficient over long distances and under certain circumstances.

Answer 6

Do what my mum did to me when I tried to bit off her fingers when I was little, feed me with chilli.

When the puppy nips at fingers, get a little chilli and rub it on the fingers. The puppy should be able to relate chilli's pain with nipping at fingers and not do it again.

Answer 7

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I have never considered sending my dog away for training. I guess I haven't found that much of a problem with him to even think about it.

Again, it may also have to do with the level of training you are looking for etc. No idea lol. I'm not a trainer. I think a first time dog owner needs to learn simple commands and how to handle their dog themselves as well.

Answer 8

:) i love puppies (im a doglover u might say) and they dont have teeth yet probably and it is very natural for puppies to nip. i have an 8 year old black lab who bit when she was a puppy but doesnt anymore.the one thing to help is to not encourage the puppy to bite you. when they do gently push them away and say no.

Answer 9

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Answer 10

i had that same problem with my lab puppy! i recomend saying firmly no! don't hit him! just firmly say no! thats what i did and now my 5 month lab no longer does this!

it's not that they're trying to be mean or anything they are just curious.

hope this helps!!!