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”. |