Pup nipping at daughter..?

Question

I know it's normal since he's a puppy.
But would it be ok to allow my 3 year old to correct him? I tell her if he nips at her (thighs, hand, whatever) to tell him "No Bite" loud and look at him.

Would this work better if she corrected him, since I dont see it happen every single time? I want him to know she's higher up than he is, and isnt isnt just me that's higher up (alpha-wise).

Any opinions will be helpful...

I do not scream at him, its a firm NO with eye contact, not any living creature likes screaming.
My daughter is only 3, there have been a few times I've noticed she seems a bit afraid of the pup because of the nipping. So I know I must stop that, or "Guiness" will think she is a litter mate and has no ranking....correct?

Answer 1

the pup is trying to take the position of leader of the pack.
The leader of the pack will eat first and the others will eat last.
When you feed the dog put some crackers behind the food bowl (on the counter) and make it look to the dog like your eating from the bowl -he will bark for you to serve him but don't make eye contact then after a minute of this give him the food.-each member of the family should do this in rotation over several days to establish his rank in the pack. No eye contact when eating and no table scraps during meals is important

Answer 2

Mouthing is a dominance issue for all dogs. The dominant dogs do not get "nipped" and quickly correct any pup that hasn't learned this. You will have to use close supervision (set-ups, where you are prepared ahead of time to take action) and possible a spray bottle with 50% white vinegar and 50% water that you set to a stream and spray at the dogs mouth whenever it nips. It will not hurt them, even if it gets in their eyes (I have checked this with a vet). Your idea on pack status is correct, It is very helpful to immediately place the pup on it's back (have your daughter do this if she is able since the problem is that the pup does not see her as the boss) and hold it there firmly until it relaxes and submits. This is a natural position of submission for a dog and they understand instinctively what this means. Do this every time consistently and you will see success. Consistency is key.

Answer 3

Although your three year old can say "no" to the dog, she will be unable to use her voice in an authoritative manner that will get the dogs attention. The use of a deeper voice is something obedience classes train owners to use and a three year old does not have this capability. At no time should you leave the dog alone with your daughter. An untrained dog is a dangerous dog - even puppies can hurt a child.

It is your responsibility to train the dog and with the proper training the dog will know where he stands on the alpha scale.

Answer 4

It actually is not a good idea at that age to have your daughter correct him. She can do an "oww" using a upset voice and tell him no. Then, she should move away from him and stop playing with him and ignore him for awhile. Since it sounds like he likes her, not playing with her because of his behavior will actually upset him.

As for your daughter, she is not old enough to complete understand how to correctly, correct a dog. Moreover, she does not have the patience. He'll learn with the "oww" and "no" that the behavior is not acceptable and that she is alpha over him. She also should avoid rough-housing with him at her age (and his) as he's still learning his place in the pack. If they rough-house, he'll see her as a litter mate and on the same level.

Please keep in mind that this takes a patience and time. Puppies, like children, take a little bit before everthing comes together and clicks

Answer 5

You are the alpha, you need to correct your dog. A three year old does not have the patience or the ability to consistently train a puppy. You may not be able to witness every nip, but try using a spray bottle with water. Tell the pup "NO" very firmly at the very same time that you spray. He will learn.

To "Peach Pie" -you are a terrible person and the worst kind of pet owner. He's just a cat, he doesn't know any better.

Answer 6

Well, there's no reason to scream at the dog. All it does it get him more worked up.
Looking him in the eye is a good idea as well as a quick, firm "No." The dog is trying to play. You don't want to discourage the mindset, just the action.
If he's nipping at her heels, have her stop, turn, look him in the eye and say no. If he doesn't stop, she should walk towards him. This signals the dog that "uh oh, I'm in trouble." and they usually retreat.

Answer 7

I do think it is a good idea if your daughter corrects him but if you see this happen you might try placing your hand over the dogs mouth(not very hard) and saying "no bite!" If this continues then you might want to take the dog to an abidence school they really help!!

Answer 8

Repetition is at the core of behavioral conditioning. Consistantly correcting the dog's behavior when he misbehaves is crucial for affecting change. The same is true for rewarding good behaviors.

The breed of the dog is also important. Cocker Spaniels, for example, have the highest number of recorded bites according to Animal Behavior class.
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Answer 9

Yes, the earlier you train your daughter to correct him the better. Just like you said, he's got to understand his ranks in the family!

When you have little kids and puppies, you need to train BOTH of them what is proper behavior for the dog.

Answer 10

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