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SnowWa · 04-17-2006, 01:39 PM

This is part of an article taken from the Dog Whisper's website.... It might be helpful......
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" . . . . As you've already discovered, pinching your pup's nose and smacking her on the rear are not only ineffective but can create other problems down the road. You should stop these actions. There is a difference between reacting versus directing behavior. You've been reacting; your new goal is to start directing her behavior.

Basic training commands are critical; they enable you to tell your dog what you want her to do and to earn praise and rewards. For example, when she mouths, tell her "Down" and reward her response with praise, a toy or food.

The most common mistakes people make that increase mouthing are rough play, fast movement and emotional reaction to the behavior. Your goal here is to teach your dog that her mouth is not allowed on human flesh. It's vital that you hold still as she mouths since pulling away and reacting will make this an interesting game for most pups.

Some suggestions: As you hold your pup and she mouths, strongly say, "OW!" (He didn't say "loudly"). Your intonation should reflect a combination of "Don't do that!" and affront. Remain still and verbally praise your pup once she has taken her mouth off your hand.

A squirt bottle of water also is effective with many pups. With a water bottle, however, make time to set up the situation where you are ready to correct the mouthing. . . . "
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Hope this helps some of you......

Carol Jean

YORKIE7 · 04-24-2006, 07:42 AM

That is a very helpful piece of imformation so thankyou

Gypsy-Rose continually mouths me and ive been shouting loudly at her

(bad mummy). She also bites her brother and sister a lot! she chases them and bites their ankles,im so scared one of them will get hurt! i have a clicker for training so im going to start using that with a treat every time she stops biting.

Dougal&Little · 04-24-2006, 06:48 PM

when used in combination with timeout. when I'd said ow and Dixie didn't back off she got ignored if that didn't work she'd be put in a cage or put outside the room for a few minutes. after a while all I had to say was ow and she'd cease and desist.

Time out is a great way to deal with many annoying interpersonal yorkie habits. eg over excited barking, biting, growling.

Annie&Badger · 04-24-2006, 08:46 PM

That's excellent. Thanks Carol Jean

I think tone is everything with puppies. They pick up more than just the voice and Badger is more compliant with me than my husband. He knows I mean business. He's getting better and better though but it does take some work and patience

Thanks again for the info x

04-17-2006, 01:39 PM	#1
SnowWa No Longer a Member Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: USA Posts: 2,991	Biting!!!! This is part of an article taken from the Dog Whisper's website.... It might be helpful...... -------------------------------------------------------------------- " . . . . As you've already discovered, pinching your pup's nose and smacking her on the rear are not only ineffective but can create other problems down the road. You should stop these actions. There is a difference between reacting versus directing behavior. You've been reacting; your new goal is to start directing her behavior. Basic training commands are critical; they enable you to tell your dog what you want her to do and to earn praise and rewards. For example, when she mouths, tell her "Down" and reward her response with praise, a toy or food. The most common mistakes people make that increase mouthing are rough play, fast movement and emotional reaction to the behavior. Your goal here is to teach your dog that her mouth is not allowed on human flesh. It's vital that you hold still as she mouths since pulling away and reacting will make this an interesting game for most pups. Some suggestions: As you hold your pup and she mouths, strongly say, "OW!" (He didn't say "loudly"). Your intonation should reflect a combination of "Don't do that!" and affront. Remain still and verbally praise your pup once she has taken her mouth off your hand. A squirt bottle of water also is effective with many pups. With a water bottle, however, make time to set up the situation where you are ready to correct the mouthing. . . . " -------------------------------- Hope this helps some of you...... Carol Jean

04-24-2006, 07:42 AM	#2
YORKIE7 Proud Mama, I Luv My Babies Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: ENGLAND Posts: 1,227	That is a very helpful piece of imformation so thankyou Gypsy-Rose continually mouths me and ive been shouting loudly at her (bad mummy). She also bites her brother and sister a lot! she chases them and bites their ankles,im so scared one of them will get hurt! i have a clicker for training so im going to start using that with a treat every time she stops biting. __________________ Duke Duchess Darcy

04-24-2006, 06:48 PM	#3
Dougal&Little Donating YT 500 Club Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: New Zealand Posts: 938	I found that "ow" worked best... when used in combination with timeout. when I'd said ow and Dixie didn't back off she got ignored if that didn't work she'd be put in a cage or put outside the room for a few minutes. after a while all I had to say was ow and she'd cease and desist. Time out is a great way to deal with many annoying interpersonal yorkie habits. eg over excited barking, biting, growling. __________________ Dougal (card carrying member of the Teapot Club) & Dixie (aka Evil Wee) Dougal's Facebook Dixie's Facebook

04-24-2006, 08:46 PM	#4
Annie&Badger YT Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: London Posts: 284	That's excellent. Thanks Carol Jean I think tone is everything with puppies. They pick up more than just the voice and Badger is more compliant with me than my husband. He knows I mean business. He's getting better and better though but it does take some work and patience Thanks again for the info x