how to stop constant biting of us
2007-02-08 07:58:20 · 10 answers · asked by Liz H 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
We are having this problem too, and it really depends on how young. My vet said that with puppies under 6 months you can say no or growl in a low voice and grab them gently by the scruff of the neck. This is how a mother dog would scold her pup.
2007-02-08 08:06:42 · answer #1 · answered by tigeri4263 3 · 1⤊ 2⤋
We use the following technique on puppies here at our shelter and it always works:
If the pup is nipping or biting, put your hand over the top of the pup's muzzle, wrap you fingers around the muzzle and close the mouth shut with your hand, at the same time give the pup a firm but calm "no bite" command. Then release the pup's mouth. If it tries to bite again, repeat the process: put your hand over the top of the pup's muzzle, wrap you fingers around the muzzle and close the mouth shut with your hand, at the same time give the pup a firm but calm "no bite" command. Then release the pup's mouth. (This action mimick's what a mama dog would do if the pup tried to nip at her.)
Be consistent. It may take a few times for the puppy to "get it", but it's worked here on every puppy we've had (in less than a day).
NEVER hit, slap or bite your puppy. This teaches it nothing except to fear your approach -- which may make it even more prone to bite you in order to protect itself from you.
NEVER use spray bottles or rattle cans. Again, these teach the pups nothing except to fear you.
2007-02-08 16:16:59 · answer #2 · answered by Fetch 11 Humane Society 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teach the dog down. Down is the dog submitting. When he gets out of control tell him to down, then keep him there. He shouldn't be allowed to get back up till you give him the command to do so.
Remember that puppies are bundles of energy so it may only be for 10 min at a time.
Is he getting enough exercise? 30min-1hr of play/running 2-3 walks a day? That will help a lot!!!!
Get toys like kongs so you can stuff treats in them. Flavored Nylabones.
Don't flick, spank, squirt or yell the dog. That creates a shy dog. Just TRAIN him not to bite, which takes time and patience.
Transfer his energy onto his toys. Make a big deal about him chewing his toys ..and not you!
Good Luck
2007-02-08 16:08:41 · answer #3 · answered by sillybuttmunky 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
The dog is biting because he wants to be in charge. You must firmly and calmly assert that you are in charge. The easiest way to do this is to flip the puppy on his stomach when he bites. This is a submissive position and instantly alerts him that he is not in charge. You should never let the puppy procede you down stairs or into another room. Following is again a sign of subservience. At dinner time, be sure he sees you eating. After you are finished, feed the dog. If he growls or lunges at the bowl, take it away. Again, you eating first and controlling the food signals that you are in charge. None of these techniques hurt the dog in any way. They are simple and quickly establish that you are the one in charge with no harsh words or hitting necessary.
2007-02-08 16:06:44 · answer #4 · answered by rosekm 3 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I would recommend training classes.
What kind of puppy do you have and how old is he or she?
No matter what NO HITTING! It will only make your puppy more aggressive.
Just grab the puppies nose and say a loud firm WRONG! or BAD!
If your puppy is big them you will want to pin him or her down. When you do this make sure you have control of the nose. Then get in her face and growl. Show her that you are the dominate one.
*Please if you have any other questions email me.*
2007-02-08 16:09:36 · answer #5 · answered by x0xsimplyirresistiblexox 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
your puppy is teething and this can sometimes go on for 6 months. i have been two different approaches
1.... cross arms so puppy cant get to your hands, if they jump up turn your back on them and walk away.
2... firmly say NO! and maybe a light tap on the snout.
2007-02-08 19:23:42 · answer #6 · answered by pritty1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to pawpersuasion.com
GREAT articles on how to train pups and stop unwanted behaviors
2007-02-08 16:03:11 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
this sounds bad,but if you bite the pup on the ear just enough for it to yelp it lets the pup know that you are boss and it should stop biting.I have used this on my dogs(a staffie and a husky) It really does work
2007-02-08 16:09:11 · answer #8 · answered by saucy_kitten23 1 · 0⤊ 2⤋
hold on to there mouth and tell then not to bit if they try to bit again do the same thing over until they learn
2007-02-08 16:07:17 · answer #9 · answered by christine ann 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
say no stirnly and tap the nose
or
say no stirnly and spray face with water
2007-02-08 16:02:39 · answer #10 · answered by Kelly 1 · 0⤊ 3⤋