2006-12-10 06:47:00 · 10 answers · asked by monica k 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
He's tenderizing you
2006-12-10 06:55:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
if you mean the kind of nibbling that dogs will sometimes do to themselves when they're itchy, then don't worry about it. if he's whining and wagging his tail at the same time, it's probably just play behavior. when dogs do that to other dogs, it's to try to annoy them enough to chase them and play with them. it sounds like your pitbull just wants to play with you. since it hurts, you can yell, "OW!" or some other shrieking sound to let the dog know it hurts. dogs learn how to play nicely when their playmates yelp or cry out if it's gotten to rough. if you watch well-socialized dogs or puppies playing together, you will notice that when one of them yelps, the play pauses for a few moments. the other dog is figuring out that he needs to be more careful. you can apply this same behavior here. it's also used for teething puppies who want nothing more than to sink their teeth into you.
2006-12-10 07:36:33 · answer #2 · answered by olivia 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Dogs mouth each other for all sorts of reasons. Since it hurts, I was told to ignore the dog when they put their teeth on you, since your average dog adores his owner. They get the idea they've displeased you. Make the gap bigger by petting and praising him when he doesn't put his teeth on you. Eventually he'll figure out the affection ends when he bites you. Just don't hit him at any point because that may make him mistrust you. Hope it helps.
2006-12-10 07:01:00 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
They do tend to do that. Not sure why. I look at it as love nibbles. Just tell him no sternly and love on him. My dog is so unorganized he steps on your foot even though he has four of his own. He is a big goof. Don't interprete it as aggression,. just love. Good Luck
2006-12-10 07:19:16 · answer #4 · answered by melissa s 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Large head-strong breeds such as pit bulls and rottweilers should NEVER be allowed to play bite, "nibble", or play games such as tug-of-war. They can get out of hand too easily. If your dog tries this again, redirect his attention with an appropriate toy and praise him for playing with it and not you.
2006-12-10 06:55:27 · answer #5 · answered by betsyssi2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ok dont freak, But does he do it in the same spot? If so you need to see a DOC because animals can sence thing like cancer and stuff. So just keep your eye on it.
Or he could be a crazy Dog but a very cute breed. HEE hee.
Best of luck. Rachel
2006-12-10 06:53:58 · answer #6 · answered by Michelle 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
because he is a pitbull and those kind of dogs are aggressive so I would be careful he might be trying to let you know that he is in charge
2006-12-10 07:16:45 · answer #7 · answered by Melissa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have a pitt bul and he does that also they are naturally aggresive dogs they dont mean to hurt yo u
2006-12-10 06:55:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
cos he is hungry, put some ketchup on next time, he will enjoy it more
2006-12-10 06:51:33 · answer #9 · answered by baconbuttyman 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
stop it now or he'll be biting strangers next
2006-12-10 06:54:08 · answer #10 · answered by Clarkie 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋