Here are 6 things you can do to help them stop biting: Teach Bite Inhibition. As puppies grow, they tend to play bite as they wrestle with their littermates. . End Playtime. . Offer Alternatives. . Time Out. . Use Positive Reinforcement. . Try a Class.
How do you teach a puppy not to bite?
Instead of giving your puppy time-outs for hard biting, start to give him time-outs every time you feel his teeth touch your skin. The instant you feel your puppy's teeth touch you, give a high-pitched yelp. Then immediately walk away from him. Ignore him for 30 to 60 seconds.
What age does a puppy stop biting?
Although it might feel like forever, most puppies are biting and mouthing much less by the time they are 8-10 months old, and fully grown adult dogs (older than 2-3 years) virtually never use their mouths the way that puppies do.
How do I get my puppy to stop biting my hands and feet?
When you're just getting started, you can discourage your puppy from biting your hands or feet by crying out in a high pitched “ow!” when you're bitten. Allow your hand or foot to go limp and stop playing for a moment. (Make sure not to yank your hand away, however, or your pup may think it's a game.)
More useful articles on a similar topic 👇
How do I get my puppy to stop biting my hands and feet?Why would a dog bite its owner for no reason?
