She Wont Stop Biting!!

[KimMee's Mom]

Well, like I posted above, I think it is very important to get control of this issue. My pup is 17 months old and she still does this with my husband but not ME. I don't allow this. I am concerned that she will bite a kid. SOme of this is just mouthing but it really can't be allowed. Put something else in their mouth beside you. Do you all know of the term bite inhibition? It is how hard they bite. Cause when KimMee puts my finger in her mouth now there is very little pressure and she knows it is a NO NO. She isn't perfect about control but a lot better and I am sure your babies will get better if you take action.

[KimMee's Mom]

Originally Posted by My Maddie Girl

The sad part is that she IS breaking skin- not terribly, but she IS and it HURTS!

I have tried to hold her muzzle- redirect with toys- say NO and OUCH firmly-praise her for stopping- ughhhhhhhhhh im dying here

wow- it sounds like you have tried many things. What about a very loud noise right by her ear like two pot lids banging or a whistle - you could have a whistle around your neck on a string. Have you tried flipping her and holding her down while saying NO BITE. She is telling you she is in control and trying to be dominant. I feel for you. Training is a long process. Do you have bully sticks? How old is she?

[Jaspermom]

Originally Posted by Chelsea'sMom

OOOhhhhhh YEAHHHHHHHH...

Chelsea is almost 14 months, and still biting! You say they eventually stop....WHEN????

Chelsea'sMom

I missed this... 14 MONTHS!!! YIKES!!

Good luck!!!

[Jaspermom]

Originally Posted by KimMee's Mom

Cause when KimMee puts my finger in her mouth now there is very little pressure and she knows it is a NO NO.

I have gone and continue to go the whole route with Wosie, and she does put very little pressure on, but her new teeth are very very sharp and she still scratches me with them.

1. When it's a sharp bite, I hold her mouth and say NO BITE
2. If she won't stop, I walk away and ignore her if she bites me
3. I say NO BITE every time, and look deep in her eyes with a frown on my face.

She usually stops if I persist, but I just get tired of having to do it at all. Sigh... Time time time will tell if we are going to succeed at this.

And like I said before, it's all play-biting. She only bit me once in seriousness, and that was the night she had just broken her leg and I picked her up. Heck, I would have bit me too...

[Laura]

My two dogs have never done this biting thing. Of their 4 puppies, two did it as puppies, now they are 8 months old. Teddy is the only one, when you reach down to him, he greets your hand with his teeth. I find it particularly annoying. None of the others do it. Without looking, if I feel teeth, I know it will be Teddy. I usually turn him over, gently holding his neck down and moving my hand up his neck until I am holding his muzzle shut. I sort of pet him with the other hand (they say use your hand as a muzzle of another dog). He will struggle at first and then settle down. When I hold him, he is like a baby, he never opens his mouth at all. But still have trouble with him on the floor (lack of consistancy, I know). You can also lift them up off their feet - another sign of dominance.

[lstrobee]

Abbey is exactly four months old now and I have the very same problem with her. Below is some information that I found regarding the biting problem. I do have to admit that I have tried most without success although the tin can does work with the barking. She doesn't like the loud noise and does stop barking. Instead of the marbles, I put pennies in the can. I think I will try that method with the biting starting tonight when she gets in the playful biting mood!

• Give a sharp, high pitched “Ouch”, “Stop” or “Ow” then “No Bite” in a lower tone, without yelling or verbally intimidating the dog or puppy
• Immediately leave the puppy or dog alone, don’t speak to them or touch them at all.
• If your Yorkie continues to try to bite after you give the verbal “No Bite” try putting a few pennies or marbles in a clean tin can. Shake the can at your Yorkie immediately after the “No Bite” command. This will usually startle the dog or puppy and will reinforce the verbal instruction.
• If the bite or nip occurred during a game immediately stop the game and do not continue until the dog is calm and in control.
• When they are calm, immediately provide attention and praise.
Most Yorkshire Terriers will respond to this training when they realize that they get attention and fun when they are not biting or are practicing what dog trainers call “bite inhibition”.

[Andriette]

dexie chews and bites fingers toes and everything in between,it hurts?
When will hw stop

[J_is_my_initial]

Gypsy was never one to bite like that, but she was sickly when she was a pup. With our chi, she would bite hubby hard on the finger but would just lick mine. I could put my finger in her mouth and she would not bite down on me. He taught her that when he put his hand out flat, that meant game over. she got where she would then walk away. Now trying to teach it to the new pup.

[Chrisann]

Yep...Dustie is still nipping as well...not as much but usually when we play or sometimes when he just feels like it...and I do get annoyed with him. He is nearly 9 months old...He is a lot better than he used to be...but he can sometimes be loving and then suddenly he will turn..show his agression and go for the hands or toes...My other Yorkies never did this...!!

I have tried all the usual tricks...the thing I find that he dislikes the most is when I hold his mouth shut for a few seconds...saying NO..NO...and then let go..but I always feel bad after...!!

As has been said it can be a worry in case they do this to visitors or strangers..although when out with him he is always good. He does it to my hubby as well..so its not just me..

Chrisann x

[shelagh]

I am pretty desperate, our yourkie is 4years old we have only had her since june, she was used for breeding, but owner did not want her as she only produced one pup at a time. I look after my grandkids after school, and recently she has gone to bite my grandson, and i cannot have that, he has never hurt her just clapped her with our supervision as she never lived among children. She has never had a toy or chew and we cannot get her to play with one or chew anything, serious advice needed

[kjc]

Hi and Welcome to YT!

First, I would separate her from your grandchildren while they are in your home.

It is not recommended to have young children around Yorkies, especially a puppy mill dog that has never been properly socialized.

Second, I would hire a trainer to come in and evaluate her, and get her on the right track through appropriate trainig so maybe she could be reintroduced to the children one day in the future.

I don't understand what 'clapped' is?

I'm going to ask to make a new thread... you'll get more replies...

[shelagh]

clapping is patting on her head ....petting her. She is very timid , going for hysterectomy soon, hoping that might calm her down, i do not know, hope some people will come up with some ideas to help, do not wish to giver her away she is fine with us but arks at all visitors.....jealous i think after life she had before we took her

[Bobbiowens]

Sunny is 14 wks, she has a variety of chew toys....squeakers, pig ears, bully sticks. It was pretty bad until we bought these items, now when she gets in those "moods" i quick give her something to chew on. I do notice if she gets too rammy/aggressive, she will nip, its usually a sure sign she is in need of a time out and a much needed nap!
I have chew toys in every room of my house and back up for the back ups!!
When I run low, I hyperventilate and off to the pet store I go!!

Bobbi

[shelagh]

Lacey will not chew anything, do not think its something she has been offered in the past eore we got her, we love her so much, but also love my grandkids to bits so really appreciate any help offered, no trainer her on the island

[kjc]

It's too risky for me to give you training advice bc of the children being involved. It would be best to work with her and keep her away from the children until she can be trusted. Do any pet stores offer dog training classes... start off with basic obedience first.

Instead of clapping on her head, try turning your hand palm up, and scratch under her chin. This is less threatening to any dog.

Not being able to see her, I cannot tell if she is being fearful, or aggressive, and I can't figure out why she would be biting. It's not worth risking a bite to a child, so I would not let them interact. Non-socialized, puppy mill dogs can take time to retrain, and persistance. Experience will go a long way. Many are in a fragile state to begin with, and I wouldn't want to mess around and cause her more problems.

The best recommendation I can make would be to surrender her to Yorkie Rescue group. They do the retraining and evaluation and find suitable homes based on the dog's evaluation. She may never be accepting of children, many Yorkies aren't. Then I'd look for another dog more suited to your lifestyle, one that is proven trustworthy around children.