May I be direct with you? Maybe Callie is picking up on your sadness and your husband's short-temper. You mention that you had children, right? Treat Callie with the same patience as you would your children. It sounds like you really love your puppy and with a little time she will probably come around. Just be extra gentle and soothing when you speak with her. It's probably a phase she's going through and just needs some training. You should reprimand her with a "no" when she bites. I'm betting that Callie is just looking for attention -- just like our kids do.
Good Luck. I'm sure that in no time she will have "outgrown" her little nippy, aggressive stage. Hang in there...it'll get better. You can do it! |