Our GSD puppy is 3 months old and his biting is atleast at a 9! He breaks the skin and bruises us. Most of his biting is when hes demanding attention, or when we are trying to handle him, and also sometimes out of frustration during training.
My puppy is 3 months old, and the biting is an 8. It's almost constant until she gets tired. Then she is sweet and cuddly. I try to redirect with toys (various levels of material). I also make deep uh-huh sound and she usually stops and moves on to something else.
6 months,wanted a wash cloth from my hand and kept biting,if i hid my hand he nipped higher up my arm,growling,so frustrstting,sprayed water on face but nothing seems to help,eveyday at same time goes crazy,
The only reason I don't give Sasha an 8 is that she almost never bites me very hard. XD A surprisingly softmouthed alligator, given she's a pit/husky. She just turned 7 weeks old as of midnight.
You are my SAVIOR today. My pup is 3 months and I was so worried I was failing him with the training. I do daily training with him but thought I was doing it all wrong when he started ramping up the biting and such. I was feeling sooo guilty and anxious that I wasn’t doing him right and was forcing him to be confined when he was being so crazy. Knowing they actually need that much sleep and that his behaviors are totally normal - took me from extremely frustrated and angry to calm. Thank you. 🙏
My puppy is 12 weeks old and bites me everywhere. I now wear work gloves. I subscribed to your course and love the content. Georgie and I work daily on training. I learned a lot from this video. Her biting is a 10 for sure. Some days are great with little biting; other days are horrible and I thing why did I get a puppy. D
We are happy to help you! Be sure to check out he PMET plan for biting in the "Behavior Busters" course. It will give you even more helpful suggestions when it comes to biting.
I watch a lot of your videos and this tip is for your hard work and clear instruction! I really enjoyed this format showing the puppy owners asking questions and having you address them. It’s relieving just to know I’m not the only one! Thanks!!
Thank you for this video. So helpful. We have a 9wk old Rottweiler and sometimes we fear the biting is aggressive bc of the breed but this video helped me realize that’s it pretty normal and he’s just socializing.
10 weeks. Biting is a seven. She doesn’t seem to enjoy being held or snuggled unless she’s sleepy. She is socializing and using her mouth for everything. I have to watch her every second for what she might have in her mouth. I also live with my father, who is elderly and does not take any precautions his dog I’m afraid will be too aggressive with the puppy as she’s very domineering. I don’t want to stress out my puppy, but but I often have to pick her up and take her from room to room for her protection and because she’s very tiny. During these times of being held, she often growls and wiggles I have started using. Walking away when she gets too overstimulated: growling barking, biting. That seems to calm her down and we can start over. Unfortunately, I’m 60 years old and all of this is more than I was ready for. But I won’t give up on her. I’m very committed and devoted to her. I love her very much. She’s a Shih Tzu.
Our new dog is 10 months old, 30-35 pounds, a rescue from two months ago. Her biting is very hard on the thin skin of older people. I bought arm protectors from Amazon, but also cut off the top of tall thick stretchy socks (MediPed brand) which are actually pretty comfortable, and they protect good enough. I discovered with my beagle-mix mutt if I control her mouth by rubbing her chest, and then rub her belly, she calms right down, almost like some miracle cure. YMMV.
I truly believe I brought a fluffy crocodile home... ahahaha! Oh the biting.... Drove me nuts! But she's been a lot better now since she's gotten older and with my gentle corrections and praises... But yes it can be so frustrating! She still tries to eat everything as she's still a young puppy... but if you stay on the biting it WILL get better... I just kept stuffing her toys in her mouth when she did this the first 2 weeks we had her... She was still getting used to living with us so I didn't take it personally... Just constantly put toys in her mouth. Praised her with a good girl when she stopped biting or chose her toy... even if I put her toy in her mouth I would say good girl so she knows that is what I wanted. She didn't get it at first, but now she chooses her toys more. It's also important to make the toy fun. Just putting it in her mouth won't always be affective bc it's not fun.... it's just a toy and you aren't actively making it fun for her...
Sounds like you've got some great methods! We definitely want to give our dogs the alternative item that is safe for biting and chewing. And yes, we have to make it exciting. You can also put it in the treat or food bag to soak up some new smells, or soak it in pet-safe bone broth and freeze it!
8 week old puppy. The other night while on our bed, noticed cat food in the bowl. When I stopped him from going over to the cat food the puppy appeared to be aggravated and made an aggressive noise and snapped in the air. Sometimes when holding or picking up puppy he will wiggle and wine a bit. Kind of like telling me I don't want to be held. When he is focused shows determination to get his way.
You are right, it sounds like your puppy does not want to be held. It's important to listen to their requests and use other methods to get the puppy to move or avoid something. That's where the training comes in! Take a look at this video on body handling for some good tips: ruclips.net/video/4IoITqJOmms/видео.html
THANK you for this video! We've got a 9 week old pup and he LOVES to bite my parents legs and growl when we try to pry him off. I've told my parents not to scream/kick/freak out or run away (as I assume this might be interpreted as play) but he won't listen to his name when we call him, and treats don't entice him. I think he's getting disrupted sleep, from lots of people moving about the house, and going up to him to pet and play. We'll try to distract him, and leave the room to see if that helps. And more naps in his crate in a dark, quiet room.
We are happy this helped you! Yes, preventing the behavior by helping the puppy get more sleep is one of the best things you can do. If you find you need even more help, this mini course on biting can guide you with even more great suggestions: courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
@@HowToTrainADreamDog it did!!! Thank you! Saving it to my Dogs playlist for when I lose hope again as we’ve just REALLY started the teething stage 🥴🫠 lol
Gees I'm with you on that one. My hands, arms and legs are so bruised and battered. It does get so upsetting and frustrating 😒. I hope he grows out of it soon. Cocker spaniel 14 weeks old now. Some days he's great and other days it bite, bite,bite all day long😒
Dog toys may not be made for strong jaws, as she says at 7:25. They are made for profit, by overseas manufacturers, in societies that may not have the same history of training and loving dogs as pets - rather, dogs may even be considered meat animals. Recently, I chose what appeared to be an extra durable rope toy. Minnie had it apart in 30 seconds - a wrap in the middle was all that kept the larger twisted rope from becoming a mass of loose threads that had to be cleaned up all over the house. Not good, but not obvious either. I had to buy arm protectors from Amazon to protect my skin which has become more thin and fragile with age. Even an unintentional swipe with the side of her jaws has opened a 2.5 inch gash in my forearm - not deep, but it bled profusely, and took over a month to heal fully. I suggest older folk get arm protection ASAP to prevent these minor but annoying and long-lasting injuries. Even cutting off the tops of tall socks and pulling the resulting tubes over the forearms will provide comfortable and adequate protection in many cases.
I am sooo stressed out with my Pyrenees/ Australian shepherd. We have had him for 3 weeks and he is 11 weeks now. He is super smart, and he loves to test boundaries. While his puppy antics are tolerable, his biting is getting worse. We have tried tons of outside time, lots of naps, and everything else but he just gets amped up and wont stop. He can be calmly laying down and when you try to pet him, its time to bite your hands. From then on the only hope is he will go outside and be distracted enough to calm down. I am at a total loss and breaking down. I can't afford a trainer, and I don't know what else to do.
We are sorry to hear of your struggles! This gets better with time and training. He's not testing boundaries but rather he's doing things that his young puppy brain is telling him to do. He's acting on instinct at this point. The best thing to do is note when he bites the most and find ways to prevent it from starting. If he starts biting when you go to pet him, that means it's not a good time to pet him. *Preventing it* is going to be the most important part of working on this. He should still be able to bite things, just not humans. Offering him tasty things to chew and making sure he's getting 18 - 20 hours of sleep is part of preventing it. Our online course is much cheaper than a trainer and can give you a much more robust training plan to work on this. www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection
13 weeks old and suddenly bites and he is getting aggressive. He came home at 8 weeks. We are almost 90% sure the breeder did not wean the litter as does our vet. He is teething. However, you mentioned hours of sleep . Maybe more naps . He is not getting a full 18 hours. Midnight to 7 am sleep and is potty trained. We work from home and have him out often . To play and ensure potty training stays great. Frozen toys work. We love our pup we will keep trying and watching your videos.
We hope that this video gave some helpful tips! It will be important to be a "puppy detective" to figure out why he may all of a sudden be biting and if it is teething, to help him deal with that pain the best you can! Kudos for watching and learning. Keep up the great work!
How is it going? I have a 10 week old lab who is doing the same thing! I’m very frustrated. My 4 yr old is afraid of her and if you try to correct her without treats, she turns around and tries to nip and growl at us. She’s a lab. And not fully vaccinated so I’m trying to train her somehow before getting professional help
Thank for this video, is my first week with Andy my new 9 week old Cockalier. He's the exact opposite of my first dog. It's reassure me to know he acts normally for a puppy of is age.
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Would you PLEASE do a video on polite play between dogs. Like how much is too much from a puppy to an older dog? And vice versa should I separate the puppy from bring stimulated 24/7
Hey there, have you seen either of these videos yet? Introducing A Puppy To An Older Dog And Other Pets: ruclips.net/video/Ryfg5O6fgAg/видео.html Littermates Tips For Training 2 Puppies At Once: ruclips.net/video/p_RDIS9yoVo/видео.html
My pup (toy pom) sometimes wants to agressively bite when i wanna put on his leash or clean his ears etc, do i give treats as a diatraction/positive association when putting his collar etc on or what can i do to help him be more comfortable and save my fingers?
This video can teach you how to do it in a way that he will tolerate. You can use these same techniques for the leash too. How to Give Ear Drops: ruclips.net/video/vKC1Ct77Uzc/видео.html
10 week old puppy who bites HARD. I’ve had dogs nip and teeth on me in the past but this little guy is different. He will bite on hands and ankles, latch hard, and growl and thrash a bit. Is this normal given how young he is, or is there a way we can curb this aggression from the start? Thanks!!
It's pretty rare for a young puppy to have aggression but puppies can play very rough and it can be concerning. You can definitely work on this and now is the perfect time to start on the training. This mini course will really help you with this: courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
Having a similar issue. Growls but he does it while playing. But when I push him a bit while biting he retaliates. He is 3 months old Rottweiler. Walking shark!
I’ve got the same, sometimes he is being playful but other times it seems aggressive. Like if I want to pick him up he’ll snap onto my arm/hand/leg/foot and shake it like I’m a tug toy. 10 week old Rottie. I feel like I’m doing everything right and I’m not being aggressive with him but he’s testing my patience!
Hey I have 2 puppies there brothers and there breed is mastiff mix wit husky recently when they play together they both get angry and start fighting eachother and there only 5 weeks any suggestions what to do?
If their play is too rough it's best to separate them right away. Littermates can be problematic for this reason. If you haven't seen our video on littermates it will help you! ruclips.net/video/x3nefq0CeyU/видео.htmlsi=D7P-dXIDWLH6G_Y5
My puppy is a 4 month old Amstaff & he is a 15/10. He attacks me out of the sudden no matter if he’s well rested, tired, playful, etc. He bites until I bleed & doesn’t react to any corrections. He literally only stops if you kneel on top of him. He’s healthy, no physical issues, he gets daily training by me & I have a dog trainer. He gets tons of love, cuddles, the best food, etc. Yet, he leashes out & attacks me. He is teething, has lost one tooth already, but his behaviour is unacceptable. Currently looking for a new trainer in my area to help with this.
We have an online course that can help you with this! Due to the behaviors you describe we suggest the PRO level so you can get personalized guidance. For far less than the cost of a local trainer, we can help you for as long as you need it! www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/ Unfortunately the techniques that your trainer has suggested (kneeling on top of him) will only make this worse. We use only positive reinforcement, which is how dogs learn best!
My lab puppy is 18 weeks old and his biting is a 9. I will be playing ball or sitting beside him on the couch and he will just turn to bite me with a weird kind of sound coming from his mouth. It is intense biting and he will not stop until we remove him and lure him to the crate to calm down.
It's likely that he's overtired, which is why he calms down when he's in the crate. Try to watch the schedule and keep his wake window shorter (less than 2 or 2.5 hours) and proactively give him a cool down and a nap. He'll also need regular exercise and enrichment during his wake windows to burn off his puppy energy.
Hi. I have a 4 month old mini golden doodle who is probably not going to be mini. Anyway we got her at 2 months and the biting keeps getting worse. She will jump up on me, lunge at me if I’m on the couch, bite my arms ,legs ,fingers ,clothes etc. giving her chew toys doesn’t help. She wants to bite me. This isn’t all the time but multiple times a day. When she’s calm she’s an angel. I don’t know what to do but I need help. Any ideas? Ty. Debbie
We have a biting mini course that can help you with this! It could be that she's not getting enough sleep or she's getting some accidental reward for this behavior. We can help! courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
I have a story identical to yours and I see you wrote it 11 months ago. I hope it gets better with professional training because mine is now 4-5 months old....mini doodle, puppy shark.
@HowToTrainADreamDog great tips but how do i get him to come to me? He is 11 weeks old (we had him for about 3 weeks) and he still doesnt repond to his name
He's still very young to start on recall but you can start by teaching him his name, and rewarding him when he comes to you. The games to teach him his name and how to come to you are both in our online course! 30 Days to Puppy Perfection: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
@@HowToTrainADreamDog thanks for responding! he doesnt respond to his name at all. I legit thought he was deaf but then made some random sounds and he reacted to them. any tips?
My 11 week old black poodle is oddly aggressive. When we first got her she was extremely shy and loving, but all she does is bite and scratch. She started doing this since last week, and it’s hard to control. I’ve tried holding her mouth shut, hitting her lightly on the noise, and yelling at her. Nothing seems to be working, and I’m not sure what I should do.
This is a common issue for 11 week old puppies who use their mouths to explore. Unfortunately those techniques you are using could be making her behavior worse. We want to each our puppies what to do instead (bite the toy, not the human!) and also manage their schedule so we prevent that unruly biting behavior (which usually means the dog is overtired). This biting mini course would be great for you and your poodle! courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
my puppy is 14 weeks old and she just bit me out of anger. I moved a towel that she was laying on and biting a bone. She did a 360 and made the angry growl with it. She grabbed my hand. I don't mind the innocent biting since she is so young, but this scared me because I am concerned that this is a display of her personality and might only get worse. I cried for 15 minutes because I already love her, but don't want her to ever do this to an innocent child. Please reply if you can. Many thanks :(
I once watched a video of a guy getting his penis eaten by a Mexican cartel Pitbull…. It was pretty clear that it wasn’t the dog’s first time eating human genitals ….
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Hi Thank you for your video. Should i carry a chew toy when going out for a walk? We were going out for a walk with my 3 month Amstaff mix and when running with her and praising her she just growls and bites my hand or clothes and then my bf yanks her cause it was a bit concerning. It kept happening so we went home but noises what to do I don’t want to yank her from her collar for misbehaving she’s just a baby but not sure what to do.
It sounds like she's not ready for that environment yet. Don't worry, that's normal. Young puppies need a lot of practice with leash skills in quiet areas (at home) before they are ready to walk nicely outside. Please tell your bf to stop yanking because this will only make it worse. You can watch this video together for some good details and a training game to start with her. How To Stop Pulling: ruclips.net/video/iJLyIIGgBWY/видео.htmlsi=qzrMUBPXieQUDoKN
My 14 week old dachshund puppy just bit my leg so hard and drew blood!!! I am so mad right now I feel like returning him from who I adopted him from. He won't stop biting me and my daughter and everything! It's driving me nuts!!!!
Ouch. Those landshark teeth can hurt! We know the feeling. It's important to remember that to your puppy, biting is normal and natural! They don't understand what they should and shouldn't bite yet. Puppies bite for all kinds of reasons, including if they are tired, if they want your attention, if they have pent up energy, if they have to go potty or many other reasons! It can take careful observation of the schedule and the triggers to figure out what might be contributing to the behavior. We don’t want to stop puppy biting, but we want to redirect it to the appropriate item (a chew toy, a split antler, a nylabone, etc). It can take hundreds of redirections before the dog starts to figure out what you’d like him/her to do! But with patience high and expectations low, you’ll get there. Hang in there. ❤️ Head to this video next for some great biting tips: ruclips.net/video/FBI5xOSDQMs/видео.html f you watch it and still need more help, try our biting mini course as a deep dive into puppy biting: courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
2 weeks later, and he is getting it little by little, so I feel like it's getting easier to redirect him and teach him what is and isn't allowed to be chewed on! He's also letting me know now by running to the back door and scratching on it when he has to go outside to potty! We are getting there little by little! My little dachshund baby is so smart 😍
I’m familiar with puppies and what is pretty normal for biting or being mouthy. We have an 8 week old puppy who is sweet and playful. Sometimes he’ll suddenly get very angry, growls, lips pull up in a snarl he bits quickly, repeatedly and is clearly aggressive with it. I have no idea how to make it stop and don’t always know what triggers it.
The first thing to do is take a look at the schedule. If he's been up for more than an hour or an hour and a half, he's ready for another nap! We often see this behavior when a puppy is overtired and needs to sleep. If you'd like some more help than this video can offer, we have recently added an extensive lesson on biting to our online course. In addition to all the training games, you'll get great info on how to manage biting with a new puppy! 30 Days to Puppy Perfection: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
11 Weeks , 7or8.... I know she is just wanting to play and she likes to get me to chase her around. But, I can really get her to play tug with ropes or anythings. She would rather grab my foot, sleeves ( and actually tugs and growls like playing) just just sneek attacks and jumps on me and or grabs my arm. I try to redirect her to toys and such and if i push her away it seems to encourage her to keep going. I try to stop playing and she just seems mad or sad the rest of the time and she is less cuddly.
It will take hundreds of redirections before your puppy learns to chew on the toy and not you. While working on this you want to prevent her from chewing on you or your clothes, or this habit will grow stronger. Evaluate her wake window and make sure she's not due for a nap. When a puppy isn't able to be redirected it usually means they are overtired and need to sleep. At this age she needs approximately 18 hours of sleep in a day.
Bandit is 20 weeks old and his biting is at least an 8. He never breaks the skin, but I've had a few good bruises and all of my sweaters and coats have holes in them. He bites me more than anyone else, so at l least I know he likes me? I'd love to know what I'm likely doing to encourage the biting and how to handle it in situations where I can't physically remove myself from him (like on a walk)!
Hey there Kathryn, this question is a bit more complex than can be answered via a RUclips comment. In our Facebook group, Puppy Training with Michele Lennon, you can receive some very general advice based on your situation with Bandit. Check it out here, and be sure to answer all of the membership questions. Puppy Training with Michele Lennon Facebook group: howtotrainadreamdog.com/FB-group For a more personalized approach, you can work with 2 of our certified trainers in the professional level of our online course. In addition to the course material, you also have access to another Facebook group where you are able to submit videos, training schedules and attend weekly zoom calls to help resolve any issues that you are facing. 30 Days to Puppy Perfection: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
My cockatoo puppy is about 16 weeks old now and the past few days all of a sudden he has started growling a lot and biting us. Sometimes he lunges at our face but it’s only at night Time at the moment. He starts playing with his toys and then looks at you and lunges or he starts barking and does it. Is this normal puppy behaviour or do you think I should be about it
At 16 weeks old your puppy is going through a lot of changes. His mouth is probably sore, he has more energy and curiosity than before, but he's also still growing and needs a lot of sleep! We'd have to dig in deeper to this situation to understand the trigger, but check to make sure he has a lot of outlets to chew, and also that he's getting enough rest - up to 16 hours in a day!
I have a 3 month old puppy and he’s been puppy biting and seems like it’s getting a little aggressive. What should I do? I have bought toys for him but he still wants to bite me. What should I do?
Great question, this video you commented under contains the best tips for working through this. Here's another if you need more help. How to Stop Puppy Biting ruclips.net/video/Z4Kkcb68RvM/видео.html
My almost 9 week old male golden retriever seems fine with food and toys, but he put things in his mouth like he isn’t supposed to like grass, dirt, rocks, furniture, etc. When I go to remove these items, he growls and lunges at me and has bit me. I’m worried that he has behavioral issues or is aggressive. How do I take things that aren’t safe for him to consume without him growling and attacking me?
My 10 week old female golden retriever keeps snapping at the and growling it hurts! I keep redirecting her with toys but sometimes she just won’t let up. Is this tough play? I’m so nervous she’s being agressive we have a 3 year old
It's possible that you'll need to watch the schedule more closely. When we see this behavior it's often due to lack of sleep. She needs 18 - 20 hours of sleep right now. That's the first thing to check.
I have a 6 month old puppy (on my channel but those vids are old and before she started this) but she has been doing the puppy nibble, but now if we pull away and say no, she starts growling biting hard lunging and the hairs on her neck and back through tail stand up, one other thing is she is a esa IN TRAINING but it’s not going to well because she 1. Gets overstimulated easily and 2. Gets WAYYYYYY too over exited with people even if we give her the “ignore” command.
She doesn't know what "no" means, and pulling away is actually probably making her go after you more because dogs are drawn to movement. It's best to get ahead of the nibbles by anticipating when and where she'll do them and redirect her *before* she starts nibbling. Our training program has more information on how to manage this, and is a great foundation to future therapy dog or service dog work. 30 Days to Puppy Perfection Training Program www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection
Don’t know if you’ll see this, I recently got a puppy, we came to the conclusion that he is not 8 weeks but instead 6 ish weeks. Picked him up from eating the cat food and BOOM! He tried his best to attack, when I pet hime sometimes he’s chilling but sometimes he bites and that’s fine but not with the growling and head shaking while latched. Attacks when u take him toys. Don’t wanna give him up but I have other dogs and it needs fixed NOW!! Please help!
Sometimes if the puppies had to compete for food when they were with mama dog, we see this behavior in a young puppy. You'll definitely want to work on it right away so it doesn't become a habit anytime he has food or a valuable toy. This video can get you started. We recommend working in it consistently and starting right away for best results. ruclips.net/video/avLVCXm1XLo/видео.html
My 5 month old greatdane/pitt is playing too rough. He nips and growls at me. He grabs my hands and contuines to lunge at me. He is already 45 lbs and I am very worried this wont stop.
Puppy biting, especially from big dogs, can be frustrating! But we can help! If you've already watched this video and are ready for more support for this issue, our biting mini course will be great for you! courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
Our new Jack Russell puppy growls and lashes out with aggressive biting when she does not get her way (like when she wants to stay outside or not being picked up). I am concerned that she will be aggressive towards our two cats and older Pitbull once we introduce her and might lead to her getting bitten by the Pitbull or her alienating my sweet cats.
Your dog has a right to not want to be picked up. She's expressing her opinion and it's possible that earlier signals have been ignored by the humans. Humans often forget about the subtle signals of a dog saying "no". If you need her to move or come when called you'll need to work on this with training, not physically picking her up. Our online training course can teach you how to read her body language and how to get her to do what you want without picking her up. www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
Our puppy is 10 weeks old a little Shih Tzu. She does a lot of biting very growly at times she acts like she loves us on her downtime. We have a large fenced in backyard, which we have given her free rain. Is this too much space for her. We end up playing cat and mouse to try and get her back into the house. If we disappear into the house, then she comes to the door but it’s always a game with her.and she’s eating debris from trees and leaves. We are very confused as to how much space she needs outside. She seems to be getting way too much freedom.
At that age dogs are exploring the world with their mouths so it's not safe to give her so much freedom in the backyard. If she's also not listening to you to come back in and it ends up being a game of chase, that's also not a good habit to start. We suggest that she go outside on a leash, and if she wants to explore you can use a 20 - 30 foot leash with a back clip harness. Until you've worked with her on a good recall, this can help her listen to you more when it's time to go in. The games to teach a rock solid recall are in our online course! www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
I have a really young puppy (I was notified she's already 9weeks old.. I didn't know she's so young).. I'm not at home fore the most part of the day and she's in her cage (with toys, food and water).. when I'm at home, she's out her cage to play around the space.. She's been biting me. Whenever I clean her with towel, she keeps going after my hand. Her bite doesn't hurt that much since she has little teeth now, but I'm afraid this will get worse as she shows older . Can you help me? Thank you. (I'm a first time owner. The puppy is a half labrador).
Puppies bite for all kinds of reasons, including if they are tired, if they want your attention, if they have pent up energy, if they have to go potty or many other reasons! It can take careful observation of the schedule and the triggers to figure out what might be contributing to the behavior. We don’t want to stop puppy biting, but we want to redirect it to the appropriate item (a chew toy, a split antler, a nylabone, etc). It can take hundreds of redirections before the dog starts to figure out what you’d like him/her to do! But with patience high and expectations low, you’ll get there! We also want to *prevent* the biting by understanding the schedule and how it impacts the biting. Puppies need a lot of sleep and when they are overtired we often see a lot more biting behavior and less ability to be redirected. If you’ve watched this video and still need help with biting, we have a robust lesson on how to address biting and other unwanted behaviors in our online course! 30 Days to Puppy Perfection: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/30-days-to-puppy-perfection
You wouldn't happen to have a baseline teething "schedule" I could check out, would you? I can take things as they come, but I'd like to let my boyfriend have some warning on what to expect. Also, our just-turned-7-week-old has the usual mouthing, but sometimes lashes out and nips us harder just after a correction, like "don't tell me what to do." Any advice on overcoming that? It seems very intentional, different from her usual mouthing. An odd juxtaposition to this is that she seems to be learning the "no" command quite nicely for everything except the mouthing, dropping what she's doing and running over to me for a treat (though the lesson never sticks very long before she's back at it...which I imagine is normal for her age.) I did discover that my boyfriend had been unintentionally overcorrecting her for the mouthing, and we think she probably felt she needed to defend herself, but now she seems to have figured out that being defiant can work and I'm not sure how to fix that now.
I think you both would like this video about puppy development and what to expect. It can help you with that teething question. ruclips.net/video/JZMNm1PLwFI/видео.html As for correcting your puppy, we don't recommend using the word "no". Your puppy doesn't know what that means. She's acting out of instinct and it's the human's job to teach her what to do instead. Most of the time those bursts of "defiance" are a reaction to the tone or behavior of the human. It could also be an indication that the puppy is overtired and needs a nap. This video on what to do if your dog isn't listening is also a great one for you: ruclips.net/video/FbS1vXZBGPM/видео.html
@@HowToTrainADreamDog All right. Thank you. I've been working with "no" as if it were a command, which it kind of is, rewarding her for stopping what she's doing when she hears it...and she's getting sit and down and such much more quickly than I'd expected, so I figure teaching it to her positively is probably workable, but I am understanding that she may be a bit too young to really get it. I'm also starting to understand that her impulse control is probably too immature. She was getting physical corrections and we are also becoming informed that this is way too early. It's hard to remember she's an absolute baby because she's already understanding so much, and is so big. I've never had a puppy under 10 weeks (and that was a golden retriever...who really didn't put his mouth on people, whereas Sasha's a carpet shark) so I am dealing with quite the learning curve. Thanks for the help!
@@HowToTrainADreamDog I appreciate the answer. I've actually been working at teaching her what "no" means, and she has been responding to it quite well for anything other than the biting. It may be that she hasn't generalized it to that...but when she hears it, she usually drops what she's doing/getting into and comes to me for a reward. However, I will definitely check those out. I have since found that Will Atherton's most recent method is working for me, though it is obviously taking time. It's getting better slowly when she's not worked up. I've come to understand that she is completely overwhelmed by everything going on, and while she is learning commands quickly that doesn't mean she has the emotional maturity to handle a lot of things, such as, as you said, needing a nap, or being overhungry. Or my other dog frustrating her by having a toy he won't let her grab. X'D Thanks again!!
@@HowToTrainADreamDog I made the mistake of adopting yelping to let her know she hurt me and not correcting at all...yeah, no, she got more oppositional with _everything_, barking at, ignoring, and snipping at me where she would not have before. I have since reinstituted the corrections Will used in his most recent puppy biting video and not letting her know it hurts, along with the redirect and reward. I am earning back the respect, actually faster than I expected. Gotta be the mom, not the littermate! Everything still needs work, but while it's super-easy to forget how young her mind is because she's over ten pounds and extremely intelligent, I know it will all take time and she's only been in the world a few weeks
I adopted a 2 year old stray dog in March. The next week found out she was pregnant and 3 days later she had 2 pups. One died after 15 hours so we have a Singleton. Mom had little maternal instinct and only nursed if we led her to pup and stayed with her. Around 8 weeks pup started showing aggressive behavior and not normal biting. She is 9 weeks now and yesterday broke my skin. Mom seems to bring out aggression in her too. I am worried she is going to get out of control. Bad situation i am trying to figure out.
It sounds like you would really benefit from having a trainer come to your home to work with you and your pup. Here is a directory that might be helpful: www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/
Hey there! It sounds like your pup is not ready to be given free roam in your home just yet. You guys should get started on some crate training! Here are a few videos to help you get started. Best Crate Training Tips: ruclips.net/video/rnMFXmzh_Cc/видео.html Help Your Puppy Love The Crate: ruclips.net/video/tSntLZUxvdI/видео.html Crate Training Mistakes to Avoid: ruclips.net/video/XOX_Kjm4k80/видео.html
Hi! My 2 month border collie is also crazy about biting, sometimes causing a lot pain. She'll also get really crazy and bity during training, she'll do 4/5 repetitions and then start biting like crazy again. What can I do to make her focus for a bit longer?
At 8 weeks old your puppy has a very tiny attention span. Sounds like she's saying that 4/5 repetitions is all she can handle right now. That's fine! That's a good time to end the session and try another one later in the day, after another nap. Her attention span will grow with age.
My puppy is 4 months old and he to bite s a lot sometimes if we stop him from eating trash he will become more aggressive and bite alot he is a golden retriever
The tips in that video should help you! If you need more help, consider our biting mini course! courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
It sounds like you would really benefit from having a trainer work with you and your pup. Here is a directory that might be helpful: www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/ fearfreepets.com/resources/directory/
My 8 week old puppy does the same thing (biting when pet). We have tried distracting her with toys (kongs filled with treats, Playology rope, etc) she plays with her toys and then comes back to bite us, we say no and she comes back with a vengeance. At this point we put her in the crate because we have assumed she is overly stimulated and she calms down in the crate. How do we get her to the point that she actually relaxes and wants to be pet?
We know puppy biting can be frustrating... but we're here to help! We have two great resources to check out: First, here's a video just on helping your puppy settle. It has some calming activities and ideas for your pup: ruclips.net/video/IguvtdPuSs4/видео.html Secondly, we have a biting mini course we think you and your pup are a perfect fit for. It digs into not only the WHY behind biting, but how to help too! Check it out: courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
My puppy is Yorkie 8 weeks old just started to get aggressive doesn’t let you hold her without her going nuts with biting and getting radical 😅 help please I’ve never had a puppy
It sounds like your puppy is saying she doesn't want to be held. You'll need to listen to her unique preferences and find other ways to get her to go where you want (training!). Check out this video for more tips! ruclips.net/video/4IoITqJOmms/видео.html
So my Willow is a (6 or 7 scaling) 5 MO Golden Retriever and she does bite hands and arms during play. She's always done this and I've tried to get her to tone it down but I've been "understanding" because she's teething and still a rambunctious puppy. But she bites REALLY hard during play sometimes and I'm struggling with deciding to discourage biting play all together or find a way to stop how hard she bites. I unfortunately am at this alone so it's just me and I know she gets built up by the end of the day and I know she wants to play. She does redirect to toys and tugs but if I want to be involved she's instantly back to biting me for play. Sometimes I can't even pet her without her getting excited and wanting to play.
Hi! As you've probably learned in this video, all pups are different and may require a bit more personalized training approach. Your specific situation with your pup may be better resolved with more feedback from our trainers. In our Facebook group, Puppy Training with Michele Lennon, you can receive some very general advice based on your situation with Bandit. Check it out here, and be sure to answer all of the membership questions. Puppy Training with Michele Lennon Facebook group: howtotrainadreamdog.com/FB-group For a more personalized approach, you can work with 2 of our certified trainers in the professional level of our online course. In addition to the course material, you also have access to another Facebook group where you are able to submit videos, training schedules and attend weekly zoom calls to help resolve any issues that you are facing. 30 Days to Puppy Perfection: www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
My puppy is just about 9 months, he’s an American Cocker Spaniel and on a scale of one to 10 with his bitting is about a 7 I would say. But I also find that when he does sometimes nip he then licks you a lot more, so I tell him he’s good when he gives me kisses, because I want him to know licking is much better.
We do want him to know kisses are better, but we also want to teach him how to redirect his biting to a toy or a tool rather than to you. Here is a video we recently released with tools and toys that will help decrease that biting behavior: ruclips.net/video/xkFDSpkRbmg/видео.html
If you're struggling with biting, you will find some great help in our biting mini course! We can help you figure out the trigger(s) for the biting, how to create a schedule to minimize it, and what to do about it in the moment! courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
Thanks for watching! How old is your puppy? On a scale of 1-10, how bad is the biting?
Our GSD puppy is 3 months old and his biting is atleast at a 9! He breaks the skin and bruises us. Most of his biting is when hes demanding attention, or when we are trying to handle him, and also sometimes out of frustration during training.
My puppy is 3 months old, and the biting is an 8. It's almost constant until she gets tired. Then she is sweet and cuddly. I try to redirect with toys (various levels of material). I also make deep uh-huh sound and she usually stops and moves on to something else.
6 months old. My arms look like a leopard.
6 months,wanted a wash cloth from my hand and kept biting,if i hid my hand he nipped higher up my arm,growling,so frustrstting,sprayed water on face but nothing seems to help,eveyday at same time goes crazy,
The only reason I don't give Sasha an 8 is that she almost never bites me very hard. XD A surprisingly softmouthed alligator, given she's a pit/husky. She just turned 7 weeks old as of midnight.
You are my SAVIOR today. My pup is 3 months and I was so worried I was failing him with the training. I do daily training with him but thought I was doing it all wrong when he started ramping up the biting and such. I was feeling sooo guilty and anxious that I wasn’t doing him right and was forcing him to be confined when he was being so crazy. Knowing they actually need that much sleep and that his behaviors are totally normal - took me from extremely frustrated and angry to calm. Thank you. 🙏
You've GOT this! We're glad that you were able to learn from this video and make these adjustments. Keep up all of your hard work!
How are things now?
My puppy is 12 weeks old and bites me everywhere. I now wear work gloves. I subscribed to your course and love the content. Georgie and I work daily on training. I learned a lot from this video. Her biting is a 10 for sure. Some days are great with little biting; other days are horrible and I thing why did I get a puppy. D
We are happy to help you! Be sure to check out he PMET plan for biting in the "Behavior Busters" course. It will give you even more helpful suggestions when it comes to biting.
I watch a lot of your videos and this tip is for your hard work and clear instruction! I really enjoyed this format showing the puppy owners asking questions and having you address them. It’s relieving just to know I’m not the only one! Thanks!!
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This video needs to go viral. This was soooo helpful!
We are so happy it was helpful!
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Thank you for this video. So helpful. We have a 9wk old Rottweiler and sometimes we fear the biting is aggressive bc of the breed but this video helped me realize that’s it pretty normal and he’s just socializing.
We are happy it was helpful!
10 weeks. Biting is a seven. She doesn’t seem to enjoy being held or snuggled unless she’s sleepy. She is socializing and using her mouth for everything. I have to watch her every second for what she might have in her mouth. I also live with my father, who is elderly and does not take any precautions his dog I’m afraid will be too aggressive with the puppy as she’s very domineering. I don’t want to stress out my puppy, but but I often have to pick her up and take her from room to room for her protection and because she’s very tiny. During these times of being held, she often growls and wiggles I have started using. Walking away when she gets too overstimulated: growling barking, biting. That seems to calm her down and we can start over.
Unfortunately, I’m 60 years old and all of this is more than I was ready for. But I won’t give up on her. I’m very committed and devoted to her. I love her very much. She’s a Shih Tzu.
Our new dog is 10 months old, 30-35 pounds, a rescue from two months ago. Her biting is very hard on the thin skin of older people. I bought arm protectors from Amazon, but also cut off the top of tall thick stretchy socks (MediPed brand) which are actually pretty comfortable, and they protect good enough. I discovered with my beagle-mix mutt if I control her mouth by rubbing her chest, and then rub her belly, she calms right down, almost like some miracle cure. YMMV.
Thank you for mentioning about not using a wash cloth because I was doing just that.
I truly believe I brought a fluffy crocodile home... ahahaha! Oh the biting.... Drove me nuts! But she's been a lot better now since she's gotten older and with my gentle corrections and praises... But yes it can be so frustrating! She still tries to eat everything as she's still a young puppy... but if you stay on the biting it WILL get better... I just kept stuffing her toys in her mouth when she did this the first 2 weeks we had her... She was still getting used to living with us so I didn't take it personally... Just constantly put toys in her mouth. Praised her with a good girl when she stopped biting or chose her toy... even if I put her toy in her mouth I would say good girl so she knows that is what I wanted. She didn't get it at first, but now she chooses her toys more. It's also important to make the toy fun. Just putting it in her mouth won't always be affective bc it's not fun.... it's just a toy and you aren't actively making it fun for her...
Sounds like you've got some great methods! We definitely want to give our dogs the alternative item that is safe for biting and chewing. And yes, we have to make it exciting. You can also put it in the treat or food bag to soak up some new smells, or soak it in pet-safe bone broth and freeze it!
Thanks for the video. Video have helped me more knowledge and patient with my pups.
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8 week old puppy. The other night while on our bed, noticed cat food in the bowl. When I stopped him from going over to the cat food the puppy appeared to be aggravated and made an aggressive noise and snapped in the air. Sometimes when holding or picking up puppy he will wiggle and wine a bit. Kind of like telling me I don't want to be held. When he is focused shows determination to get his way.
You are right, it sounds like your puppy does not want to be held. It's important to listen to their requests and use other methods to get the puppy to move or avoid something. That's where the training comes in! Take a look at this video on body handling for some good tips: ruclips.net/video/4IoITqJOmms/видео.html
THANK you for this video! We've got a 9 week old pup and he LOVES to bite my parents legs and growl when we try to pry him off. I've told my parents not to scream/kick/freak out or run away (as I assume this might be interpreted as play) but he won't listen to his name when we call him, and treats don't entice him. I think he's getting disrupted sleep, from lots of people moving about the house, and going up to him to pet and play. We'll try to distract him, and leave the room to see if that helps. And more naps in his crate in a dark, quiet room.
We are happy this helped you! Yes, preventing the behavior by helping the puppy get more sleep is one of the best things you can do. If you find you need even more help, this mini course on biting can guide you with even more great suggestions: courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
Perfect answered the question I needed and future questions thank you. Newly subbed
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THANK YOU I’m gonna watch this after work! I’ve been DYING for a video like this after crying a LOT yesterday lol
We hope that this video is very useful to you once you're able to watch it! Hang in there!
@@HowToTrainADreamDog it did!!! Thank you! Saving it to my Dogs playlist for when I lose hope again as we’ve just REALLY started the teething stage 🥴🫠 lol
Gees I'm with you on that one. My hands, arms and legs are so bruised and battered. It does get so upsetting and frustrating 😒. I hope he grows out of it soon. Cocker spaniel 14 weeks old now. Some days he's great and other days it bite, bite,bite all day long😒
Dog toys may not be made for strong jaws, as she says at 7:25. They are made for profit, by overseas manufacturers, in societies that may not have the same history of training and loving dogs as pets - rather, dogs may even be considered meat animals. Recently, I chose what appeared to be an extra durable rope toy. Minnie had it apart in 30 seconds - a wrap in the middle was all that kept the larger twisted rope from becoming a mass of loose threads that had to be cleaned up all over the house. Not good, but not obvious either.
I had to buy arm protectors from Amazon to protect my skin which has become more thin and fragile with age. Even an unintentional swipe with the side of her jaws has opened a 2.5 inch gash in my forearm - not deep, but it bled profusely, and took over a month to heal fully.
I suggest older folk get arm protection ASAP to prevent these minor but annoying and long-lasting injuries. Even cutting off the tops of tall socks and pulling the resulting tubes over the forearms will provide comfortable and adequate protection in many cases.
I am sooo stressed out with my Pyrenees/ Australian shepherd. We have had him for 3 weeks and he is 11 weeks now. He is super smart, and he loves to test boundaries. While his puppy antics are tolerable, his biting is getting worse. We have tried tons of outside time, lots of naps, and everything else but he just gets amped up and wont stop. He can be calmly laying down and when you try to pet him, its time to bite your hands. From then on the only hope is he will go outside and be distracted enough to calm down.
I am at a total loss and breaking down. I can't afford a trainer, and I don't know what else to do.
We are sorry to hear of your struggles! This gets better with time and training. He's not testing boundaries but rather he's doing things that his young puppy brain is telling him to do. He's acting on instinct at this point. The best thing to do is note when he bites the most and find ways to prevent it from starting. If he starts biting when you go to pet him, that means it's not a good time to pet him. *Preventing it* is going to be the most important part of working on this. He should still be able to bite things, just not humans. Offering him tasty things to chew and making sure he's getting 18 - 20 hours of sleep is part of preventing it. Our online course is much cheaper than a trainer and can give you a much more robust training plan to work on this.
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13 weeks old and suddenly bites and he is getting aggressive. He came home at 8 weeks. We are almost 90% sure the breeder did not wean the litter as does our vet. He is teething. However, you mentioned hours of sleep . Maybe more naps . He is not getting a full 18 hours. Midnight to 7 am sleep and is potty trained. We work from home and have him out often . To play and ensure potty training stays great. Frozen toys work. We love our pup we will keep trying and watching your videos.
We hope that this video gave some helpful tips! It will be important to be a "puppy detective" to figure out why he may all of a sudden be biting and if it is teething, to help him deal with that pain the best you can! Kudos for watching and learning. Keep up the great work!
How is it going? I have a 10 week old lab who is doing the same thing! I’m very frustrated. My 4 yr old is afraid of her and if you try to correct her without treats, she turns around and tries to nip and growl at us. She’s a lab. And not fully vaccinated so I’m trying to train her somehow before getting professional help
@@Dwl7842how is it now? I’ve got a lab who’s 11 weeks & its difficult 😅
Thank for this video, is my first week with Andy my new 9 week old Cockalier. He's the exact opposite of my first dog. It's reassure me to know he acts normally for a puppy of is age.
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Thanks, I'll update if it works
Would you PLEASE do a video on polite play between dogs. Like how much is too much from a puppy to an older dog? And vice versa should I separate the puppy from bring stimulated 24/7
Hey there, have you seen either of these videos yet?
Introducing A Puppy To An Older Dog And Other Pets: ruclips.net/video/Ryfg5O6fgAg/видео.html
Littermates Tips For Training 2 Puppies At Once: ruclips.net/video/p_RDIS9yoVo/видео.html
My pup (toy pom) sometimes wants to agressively bite when i wanna put on his leash or clean his ears etc, do i give treats as a diatraction/positive association when putting his collar etc on or what can i do to help him be more comfortable and save my fingers?
This video can teach you how to do it in a way that he will tolerate. You can use these same techniques for the leash too.
How to Give Ear Drops: ruclips.net/video/vKC1Ct77Uzc/видео.html
@@HowToTrainADreamDog thank you so much!
10 week old puppy who bites HARD. I’ve had dogs nip and teeth on me in the past but this little guy is different. He will bite on hands and ankles, latch hard, and growl and thrash a bit. Is this normal given how young he is, or is there a way we can curb this aggression from the start? Thanks!!
It's pretty rare for a young puppy to have aggression but puppies can play very rough and it can be concerning. You can definitely work on this and now is the perfect time to start on the training. This mini course will really help you with this: courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
Having a similar issue. Growls but he does it while playing. But when I push him a bit while biting he retaliates. He is 3 months old Rottweiler. Walking shark!
I’ve got the same, sometimes he is being playful but other times it seems aggressive. Like if I want to pick him up he’ll snap onto my arm/hand/leg/foot and shake it like I’m a tug toy. 10 week old Rottie. I feel like I’m doing everything right and I’m not being aggressive with him but he’s testing my patience!
@@arvind87654Any update?
How is it going? I have a 10 week old lab who is doing the same thing! I’m very frustrated.
Hey I have 2 puppies there brothers and there breed is mastiff mix wit husky recently when they play together they both get angry and start fighting eachother and there only 5 weeks any suggestions what to do?
If their play is too rough it's best to separate them right away. Littermates can be problematic for this reason. If you haven't seen our video on littermates it will help you!
ruclips.net/video/x3nefq0CeyU/видео.htmlsi=D7P-dXIDWLH6G_Y5
Thanks for the information 👍
You're very welcome, Marisa! Good luck on your puppy journey!
Decompression walks are good to relax an anxious dog. Working on our 7 month pup who is fear reactive.
We are BIG fans of decompression walks over here at How to Train a Dream Dog! Thanks for your comment, best of luck to you and your puppy!
My puppy is a 4 month old Amstaff & he is a 15/10. He attacks me out of the sudden no matter if he’s well rested, tired, playful, etc. He bites until I bleed & doesn’t react to any corrections. He literally only stops if you kneel on top of him. He’s healthy, no physical issues, he gets daily training by me & I have a dog trainer. He gets tons of love, cuddles, the best food, etc. Yet, he leashes out & attacks me. He is teething, has lost one tooth already, but his behaviour is unacceptable. Currently looking for a new trainer in my area to help with this.
We have an online course that can help you with this! Due to the behaviors you describe we suggest the PRO level so you can get personalized guidance. For far less than the cost of a local trainer, we can help you for as long as you need it! www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
Unfortunately the techniques that your trainer has suggested (kneeling on top of him) will only make this worse. We use only positive reinforcement, which is how dogs learn best!
Thanks!!
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My lab puppy is 18 weeks old and his biting is a 9. I will be playing ball or sitting beside him on the couch and he will just turn to bite me with a weird kind of sound coming from his mouth. It is intense biting and he will not stop until we remove him and lure him to the crate to calm down.
It's likely that he's overtired, which is why he calms down when he's in the crate. Try to watch the schedule and keep his wake window shorter (less than 2 or 2.5 hours) and proactively give him a cool down and a nap. He'll also need regular exercise and enrichment during his wake windows to burn off his puppy energy.
Hi. I have a 4 month old mini golden doodle who is probably not going to be mini. Anyway we got her at 2 months and the biting keeps getting worse. She will jump up on me, lunge at me if I’m on the couch, bite my arms ,legs ,fingers ,clothes etc. giving her chew toys doesn’t help. She wants to bite me. This isn’t all the time but multiple times a day. When she’s calm she’s an angel. I don’t know what to do but I need help. Any ideas? Ty.
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We have a biting mini course that can help you with this! It could be that she's not getting enough sleep or she's getting some accidental reward for this behavior. We can help! courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
I have a story identical to yours and I see you wrote it 11 months ago. I hope it gets better with professional training because mine is now 4-5 months old....mini doodle, puppy shark.
@HowToTrainADreamDog great tips but how do i get him to come to me? He is 11 weeks old (we had him for about 3 weeks) and he still doesnt repond to his name
He's still very young to start on recall but you can start by teaching him his name, and rewarding him when he comes to you. The games to teach him his name and how to come to you are both in our online course!
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@@HowToTrainADreamDog thanks for responding! he doesnt respond to his name at all. I legit thought he was deaf but then made some random sounds and he reacted to them. any tips?
My 11 week old black poodle is oddly aggressive. When we first got her she was extremely shy and loving, but all she does is bite and scratch. She started doing this since last week, and it’s hard to control. I’ve tried holding her mouth shut, hitting her lightly on the noise, and yelling at her. Nothing seems to be working, and I’m not sure what I should do.
This is a common issue for 11 week old puppies who use their mouths to explore. Unfortunately those techniques you are using could be making her behavior worse. We want to each our puppies what to do instead (bite the toy, not the human!) and also manage their schedule so we prevent that unruly biting behavior (which usually means the dog is overtired). This biting mini course would be great for you and your poodle! courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
my puppy is 14 weeks old and she just bit me out of anger. I moved a towel that she was laying on and biting a bone. She did a 360 and made the angry growl with it. She grabbed my hand. I don't mind the innocent biting since she is so young, but this scared me because I am concerned that this is a display of her personality and might only get worse. I cried for 15 minutes because I already love her, but don't want her to ever do this to an innocent child. Please reply if you can. Many thanks :(
I once watched a video of a guy getting his penis eaten by a Mexican cartel Pitbull…. It was pretty clear that it wasn’t the dog’s first time eating human genitals ….
Learning from cases is the best!
We agree!
I just wanted to ask u for help my husky puppy is 6 months old i am so tired and don't know what to do we have had him ever since he was 3 months old
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Hi Thank you for your video. Should i carry a chew toy when going out for a walk? We were going out for a walk with my 3 month Amstaff mix and when running with her and praising her she just growls and bites my hand or clothes and then my bf yanks her cause it was a bit concerning. It kept happening so we went home but noises what to do I don’t want to yank her from her collar for misbehaving she’s just a baby but not sure what to do.
It sounds like she's not ready for that environment yet. Don't worry, that's normal. Young puppies need a lot of practice with leash skills in quiet areas (at home) before they are ready to walk nicely outside. Please tell your bf to stop yanking because this will only make it worse. You can watch this video together for some good details and a training game to start with her.
How To Stop Pulling: ruclips.net/video/iJLyIIGgBWY/видео.htmlsi=qzrMUBPXieQUDoKN
My 14 week old dachshund puppy just bit my leg so hard and drew blood!!! I am so mad right now I feel like returning him from who I adopted him from. He won't stop biting me and my daughter and everything! It's driving me nuts!!!!
Ouch. Those landshark teeth can hurt! We know the feeling. It's important to remember that to your puppy, biting is normal and natural! They don't understand what they should and shouldn't bite yet. Puppies bite for all kinds of reasons, including if they are tired, if they want your attention, if they have pent up energy, if they have to go potty or many other reasons! It can take careful observation of the schedule and the triggers to figure out what might be contributing to the behavior.
We don’t want to stop puppy biting, but we want to redirect it to the appropriate item (a chew toy, a split antler, a nylabone, etc). It can take hundreds of redirections before the dog starts to figure out what you’d like him/her to do! But with patience high and expectations low, you’ll get there. Hang in there. ❤️
Head to this video next for some great biting tips: ruclips.net/video/FBI5xOSDQMs/видео.html
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2 weeks later, and he is getting it little by little, so I feel like it's getting easier to redirect him and teach him what is and isn't allowed to be chewed on! He's also letting me know now by running to the back door and scratching on it when he has to go outside to potty! We are getting there little by little! My little dachshund baby is so smart 😍
I’m familiar with puppies and what is pretty normal for biting or being mouthy. We have an 8 week old puppy who is sweet and playful. Sometimes he’ll suddenly get very angry, growls, lips pull up in a snarl he bits quickly, repeatedly and is clearly aggressive with it. I have no idea how to make it stop and don’t always know what triggers it.
The first thing to do is take a look at the schedule. If he's been up for more than an hour or an hour and a half, he's ready for another nap! We often see this behavior when a puppy is overtired and needs to sleep. If you'd like some more help than this video can offer, we have recently added an extensive lesson on biting to our online course. In addition to all the training games, you'll get great info on how to manage biting with a new puppy!
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11 Weeks , 7or8.... I know she is just wanting to play and she likes to get me to chase her around. But, I can really get her to play tug with ropes or anythings. She would rather grab my foot, sleeves ( and actually tugs and growls like playing) just just sneek attacks and jumps on me and or grabs my arm.
I try to redirect her to toys and such and if i push her away it seems to encourage her to keep going. I try to stop playing and she just seems mad or sad the rest of the time and she is less cuddly.
It will take hundreds of redirections before your puppy learns to chew on the toy and not you. While working on this you want to prevent her from chewing on you or your clothes, or this habit will grow stronger. Evaluate her wake window and make sure she's not due for a nap. When a puppy isn't able to be redirected it usually means they are overtired and need to sleep. At this age she needs approximately 18 hours of sleep in a day.
Bandit is 20 weeks old and his biting is at least an 8. He never breaks the skin, but I've had a few good bruises and all of my sweaters and coats have holes in them. He bites me more than anyone else, so at l least I know he likes me? I'd love to know what I'm likely doing to encourage the biting and how to handle it in situations where I can't physically remove myself from him (like on a walk)!
Hey there Kathryn, this question is a bit more complex than can be answered via a RUclips comment. In our Facebook group, Puppy Training with Michele Lennon, you can receive some very general advice based on your situation with Bandit. Check it out here, and be sure to answer all of the membership questions.
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For a more personalized approach, you can work with 2 of our certified trainers in the professional level of our online course. In addition to the course material, you also have access to another Facebook group where you are able to submit videos, training schedules and attend weekly zoom calls to help resolve any issues that you are facing.
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www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
My cockatoo puppy is about 16 weeks old now and the past few days all of a sudden he has started growling a lot and biting us. Sometimes he lunges at our face but it’s only at night Time at the moment. He starts playing with his toys and then looks at you and lunges or he starts barking and does it. Is this normal puppy behaviour or do you think I should be about it
At 16 weeks old your puppy is going through a lot of changes. His mouth is probably sore, he has more energy and curiosity than before, but he's also still growing and needs a lot of sleep! We'd have to dig in deeper to this situation to understand the trigger, but check to make sure he has a lot of outlets to chew, and also that he's getting enough rest - up to 16 hours in a day!
I have a 3 month old puppy and he’s been puppy biting and seems like it’s getting a little aggressive. What should I do? I have bought toys for him but he still wants to bite me. What should I do?
Great question, this video you commented under contains the best tips for working through this. Here's another if you need more help. How to Stop Puppy Biting ruclips.net/video/Z4Kkcb68RvM/видео.html
My almost 9 week old male golden retriever seems fine with food and toys, but he put things in his mouth like he isn’t supposed to like grass, dirt, rocks, furniture, etc. When I go to remove these items, he growls and lunges at me and has bit me. I’m worried that he has behavioral issues or is aggressive. How do I take things that aren’t safe for him to consume without him growling and attacking me?
This is a great question and you can check out some tips for you here: ruclips.net/video/IKuK5xBaP9I/видео.htmlsi=s08Ml9_39tMAE9lR
@@HowToTrainADreamDog I will watch this video. What do you recommend doing about his growling and biting and lunging?
My 10 week old female golden retriever keeps snapping at the and growling it hurts! I keep redirecting her with toys but sometimes she just won’t let up. Is this tough play? I’m so nervous she’s being agressive we have a 3 year old
It's possible that you'll need to watch the schedule more closely. When we see this behavior it's often due to lack of sleep. She needs 18 - 20 hours of sleep right now. That's the first thing to check.
I have a 6 month old puppy (on my channel but those vids are old and before she started this) but she has been doing the puppy nibble, but now if we pull away and say no, she starts growling biting hard lunging and the hairs on her neck and back through tail stand up, one other thing is she is a esa IN TRAINING but it’s not going to well because she 1. Gets overstimulated easily and 2. Gets WAYYYYYY too over exited with people even if we give her the “ignore” command.
She doesn't know what "no" means, and pulling away is actually probably making her go after you more because dogs are drawn to movement. It's best to get ahead of the nibbles by anticipating when and where she'll do them and redirect her *before* she starts nibbling. Our training program has more information on how to manage this, and is a great foundation to future therapy dog or service dog work.
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Don’t know if you’ll see this, I recently got a puppy, we came to the conclusion that he is not 8 weeks but instead 6 ish weeks. Picked him up from eating the cat food and BOOM! He tried his best to attack, when I pet hime sometimes he’s chilling but sometimes he bites and that’s fine but not with the growling and head shaking while latched. Attacks when u take him toys. Don’t wanna give him up but I have other dogs and it needs fixed NOW!! Please help!
Sometimes if the puppies had to compete for food when they were with mama dog, we see this behavior in a young puppy. You'll definitely want to work on it right away so it doesn't become a habit anytime he has food or a valuable toy. This video can get you started. We recommend working in it consistently and starting right away for best results.
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My 5 month old greatdane/pitt is playing too rough. He nips and growls at me. He grabs my hands and contuines to lunge at me. He is already 45 lbs and I am very worried this wont stop.
Puppy biting, especially from big dogs, can be frustrating! But we can help! If you've already watched this video and are ready for more support for this issue, our biting mini course will be great for you! courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
Our new Jack Russell puppy growls and lashes out with aggressive biting when she does not get her way (like when she wants to stay outside or not being picked up). I am concerned that she will be aggressive towards our two cats and older Pitbull once we introduce her and might lead to her getting bitten by the Pitbull or her alienating my sweet cats.
Your dog has a right to not want to be picked up. She's expressing her opinion and it's possible that earlier signals have been ignored by the humans. Humans often forget about the subtle signals of a dog saying "no". If you need her to move or come when called you'll need to work on this with training, not physically picking her up. Our online training course can teach you how to read her body language and how to get her to do what you want without picking her up.
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Our puppy is 10 weeks old a little Shih Tzu. She does a lot of biting very growly at times she acts like she loves us on her downtime. We have a large fenced in backyard, which we have given her free rain. Is this too much space for her. We end up playing cat and mouse to try and get her back into the house. If we disappear into the house, then she comes to the door but it’s always a game with her.and she’s eating debris from trees and leaves. We are very confused as to how much space she needs outside. She seems to be getting way too much freedom.
At that age dogs are exploring the world with their mouths so it's not safe to give her so much freedom in the backyard. If she's also not listening to you to come back in and it ends up being a game of chase, that's also not a good habit to start. We suggest that she go outside on a leash, and if she wants to explore you can use a 20 - 30 foot leash with a back clip harness. Until you've worked with her on a good recall, this can help her listen to you more when it's time to go in. The games to teach a rock solid recall are in our online course!
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I have a really young puppy (I was notified she's already 9weeks old.. I didn't know she's so young)..
I'm not at home fore the most part of the day and she's in her cage (with toys, food and water).. when I'm at home, she's out her cage to play around the space.. She's been biting me. Whenever I clean her with towel, she keeps going after my hand. Her bite doesn't hurt that much since she has little teeth now, but I'm afraid this will get worse as she shows older . Can you help me? Thank you.
(I'm a first time owner. The puppy is a half labrador).
Puppies bite for all kinds of reasons, including if they are tired, if they want your attention, if they have pent up energy, if they have to go potty or many other reasons! It can take careful observation of the schedule and the triggers to figure out what might be contributing to the behavior.
We don’t want to stop puppy biting, but we want to redirect it to the appropriate item (a chew toy, a split antler, a nylabone, etc). It can take hundreds of redirections before the dog starts to figure out what you’d like him/her to do! But with patience high and expectations low, you’ll get there! We also want to *prevent* the biting by understanding the schedule and how it impacts the biting. Puppies need a lot of sleep and when they are overtired we often see a lot more biting behavior and less ability to be redirected.
If you’ve watched this video and still need help with biting, we have a robust lesson on how to address biting and other unwanted behaviors in our online course!
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You wouldn't happen to have a baseline teething "schedule" I could check out, would you? I can take things as they come, but I'd like to let my boyfriend have some warning on what to expect. Also, our just-turned-7-week-old has the usual mouthing, but sometimes lashes out and nips us harder just after a correction, like "don't tell me what to do." Any advice on overcoming that? It seems very intentional, different from her usual mouthing. An odd juxtaposition to this is that she seems to be learning the "no" command quite nicely for everything except the mouthing, dropping what she's doing and running over to me for a treat (though the lesson never sticks very long before she's back at it...which I imagine is normal for her age.) I did discover that my boyfriend had been unintentionally overcorrecting her for the mouthing, and we think she probably felt she needed to defend herself, but now she seems to have figured out that being defiant can work and I'm not sure how to fix that now.
I think you both would like this video about puppy development and what to expect. It can help you with that teething question. ruclips.net/video/JZMNm1PLwFI/видео.html As for correcting your puppy, we don't recommend using the word "no". Your puppy doesn't know what that means. She's acting out of instinct and it's the human's job to teach her what to do instead. Most of the time those bursts of "defiance" are a reaction to the tone or behavior of the human. It could also be an indication that the puppy is overtired and needs a nap. This video on what to do if your dog isn't listening is also a great one for you: ruclips.net/video/FbS1vXZBGPM/видео.html
@@HowToTrainADreamDog All right. Thank you. I've been working with "no" as if it were a command, which it kind of is, rewarding her for stopping what she's doing when she hears it...and she's getting sit and down and such much more quickly than I'd expected, so I figure teaching it to her positively is probably workable, but I am understanding that she may be a bit too young to really get it. I'm also starting to understand that her impulse control is probably too immature. She was getting physical corrections and we are also becoming informed that this is way too early. It's hard to remember she's an absolute baby because she's already understanding so much, and is so big. I've never had a puppy under 10 weeks (and that was a golden retriever...who really didn't put his mouth on people, whereas Sasha's a carpet shark) so I am dealing with quite the learning curve. Thanks for the help!
@@HowToTrainADreamDog I appreciate the answer. I've actually been working at teaching her what "no" means, and she has been responding to it quite well for anything other than the biting. It may be that she hasn't generalized it to that...but when she hears it, she usually drops what she's doing/getting into and comes to me for a reward. However, I will definitely check those out. I have since found that Will Atherton's most recent method is working for me, though it is obviously taking time. It's getting better slowly when she's not worked up. I've come to understand that she is completely overwhelmed by everything going on, and while she is learning commands quickly that doesn't mean she has the emotional maturity to handle a lot of things, such as, as you said, needing a nap, or being overhungry. Or my other dog frustrating her by having a toy he won't let her grab. X'D Thanks again!!
@@HowToTrainADreamDog I made the mistake of adopting yelping to let her know she hurt me and not correcting at all...yeah, no, she got more oppositional with _everything_, barking at, ignoring, and snipping at me where she would not have before. I have since reinstituted the corrections Will used in his most recent puppy biting video and not letting her know it hurts, along with the redirect and reward. I am earning back the respect, actually faster than I expected. Gotta be the mom, not the littermate! Everything still needs work, but while it's super-easy to forget how young her mind is because she's over ten pounds and extremely intelligent, I know it will all take time and she's only been in the world a few weeks
My mini aussie is 6 weeks only. His biting is at a 9.
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I adopted a 2 year old stray dog in March. The next week found out she was pregnant and 3 days later she had 2 pups. One died after 15 hours so we have a Singleton. Mom had little maternal instinct and only nursed if we led her to pup and stayed with her. Around 8 weeks pup started showing aggressive behavior and not normal biting. She is 9 weeks now and yesterday broke my skin. Mom seems to bring out aggression in her too. I am worried she is going to get out of control. Bad situation i am trying to figure out.
It sounds like you would really benefit from having a trainer come to your home to work with you and your pup.
Here is a directory that might be helpful:
www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/
@@HowToTrainADreamDog thank you! I just started looking today and this helps.
My German shepherd puppy is 5 months when his loose in the mobile home and he bits the wall and also makes holes on it can you help me.
Hey there! It sounds like your pup is not ready to be given free roam in your home just yet. You guys should get started on some crate training! Here are a few videos to help you get started.
Best Crate Training Tips: ruclips.net/video/rnMFXmzh_Cc/видео.html
Help Your Puppy Love The Crate: ruclips.net/video/tSntLZUxvdI/видео.html
Crate Training Mistakes to Avoid: ruclips.net/video/XOX_Kjm4k80/видео.html
Hi! My 2 month border collie is also crazy about biting, sometimes causing a lot pain. She'll also get really crazy and bity during training, she'll do 4/5 repetitions and then start biting like crazy again. What can I do to make her focus for a bit longer?
At 8 weeks old your puppy has a very tiny attention span. Sounds like she's saying that 4/5 repetitions is all she can handle right now. That's fine! That's a good time to end the session and try another one later in the day, after another nap. Her attention span will grow with age.
My puppy is 4 months old and he to bite s a lot sometimes if we stop him from eating trash he will become more aggressive and bite alot he is a golden retriever
The tips in that video should help you! If you need more help, consider our biting mini course! courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
my dog gets really aggressive when i touch him he's really really aggressive what to do!
It sounds like you would really benefit from having a trainer work with you and your pup.
Here is a directory that might be helpful:
www.ccpdt.org/dog-owners/certified-dog-trainer-directory/
fearfreepets.com/resources/directory/
My 8 week old puppy does the same thing (biting when pet). We have tried distracting her with toys (kongs filled with treats, Playology rope, etc) she plays with her toys and then comes back to bite us, we say no and she comes back with a vengeance. At this point we put her in the crate because we have assumed she is overly stimulated and she calms down in the crate. How do we get her to the point that she actually relaxes and wants to be pet?
We know puppy biting can be frustrating... but we're here to help! We have two great resources to check out:
First, here's a video just on helping your puppy settle. It has some calming activities and ideas for your pup: ruclips.net/video/IguvtdPuSs4/видео.html
Secondly, we have a biting mini course we think you and your pup are a perfect fit for. It digs into not only the WHY behind biting, but how to help too! Check it out: courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
My puppy is Yorkie 8 weeks old just started to get aggressive doesn’t let you hold her without her going nuts with biting and getting radical 😅 help please I’ve never had a puppy
It sounds like your puppy is saying she doesn't want to be held. You'll need to listen to her unique preferences and find other ways to get her to go where you want (training!). Check out this video for more tips! ruclips.net/video/4IoITqJOmms/видео.html
My GSD puppy is 11 weeks old and the biting is a 7.
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8.5 weeks and he is so shark like
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My puppy is 4 months old. He suddenly growls and bites at the same time.
That's normally a sign of puppy play. Just be sure he has plenty of toys and keep your hands away from him during play sessions like this.
My Chihuahua is an All bark no bite kinda of dog
Small dogs tend to use their voice as protection, since they don't have the body to do so!
So my Willow is a (6 or 7 scaling) 5 MO Golden Retriever and she does bite hands and arms during play. She's always done this and I've tried to get her to tone it down but I've been "understanding" because she's teething and still a rambunctious puppy. But she bites REALLY hard during play sometimes and I'm struggling with deciding to discourage biting play all together or find a way to stop how hard she bites.
I unfortunately am at this alone so it's just me and I know she gets built up by the end of the day and I know she wants to play. She does redirect to toys and tugs but if I want to be involved she's instantly back to biting me for play. Sometimes I can't even pet her without her getting excited and wanting to play.
Hi! As you've probably learned in this video, all pups are different and may require a bit more personalized training approach. Your specific situation with your pup may be better resolved with more feedback from our trainers. In our Facebook group, Puppy Training with Michele Lennon, you can receive some very general advice based on your situation with Bandit. Check it out here, and be sure to answer all of the membership questions.
Puppy Training with Michele Lennon Facebook group: howtotrainadreamdog.com/FB-group
For a more personalized approach, you can work with 2 of our certified trainers in the professional level of our online course. In addition to the course material, you also have access to another Facebook group where you are able to submit videos, training schedules and attend weekly zoom calls to help resolve any issues that you are facing.
30 Days to Puppy Perfection:
www.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-perfection-course-learn-more/
My cavoodle wants to hold my hand in her mouth it's getting a bit of a nuisance especially when she welcomes me home, any suggestions would be welcome
We don't recommend letting her get in the habit of gnawing on or holding your hand in her mouth. Redirect with an appropriate chew toy.
My puppy is just about 9 months, he’s an American Cocker Spaniel and on a scale of one to 10 with his bitting is about a 7 I would say. But I also find that when he does sometimes nip he then licks you a lot more, so I tell him he’s good when he gives me kisses, because I want him to know licking is much better.
We do want him to know kisses are better, but we also want to teach him how to redirect his biting to a toy or a tool rather than to you. Here is a video we recently released with tools and toys that will help decrease that biting behavior: ruclips.net/video/xkFDSpkRbmg/видео.html
"Trigger stacking", so bascially owning a dog is ticking time bomb.
Not if you do the training and raising in a way that works for his brain!
I just got a 6 month old golden doodle basically he doesn't have any training in him. The second he gets his cone off of him I'm gonna train him
Best of luck on this training journey! You know where to find us if you need additional guidance!
lord having a puppy is a different struggle.
It is! You're raising and teaching a different species! It's so much more than just cute snuggles!
Frozen sausages for teething.
12 weeks she is a 10 😢
If you're struggling with biting, you will find some great help in our biting mini course! We can help you figure out the trigger(s) for the biting, how to create a schedule to minimize it, and what to do about it in the moment! courses.howtotrainadreamdog.com/puppy-biting-mini-course
13 months MID = Baby Pit