Our 7 month old - Mariah also started doing this a few months ago. She mainly does it to my children (13 & 18 yr olds) and rarely to me - I think she knows I'm "in charge".
She does this especially when they try to correct her or remove her from a situation (like if she's chewing something she shouldn't be). Also if she has her "Everylasting Treat Ball" and it's time to put it away, etc.
We do the same thing...gently pin her down and tell her loudly/firmly "NO biting", etc. This was especially difficult for my daughter because even though Mariah is only 2.8, when she's doing this...she actually really scares both the kids. We call it her Taz Mood (Tazmanian Devil). She acts very ferocious and aggressive! My daughter is finally getting the hang of it and it's going much better.
My husband and I have started to purposely take away her Treat Ball (and give it back). If she growls, etc...we sternly reprimand her. This is working and she's getting better.
Such a tiny little dog with such a huge personality! We're crazy about her! |