[bellasmomok]

Ok, I only have one puppy, so I can only tell you what I would do if I were in your situation. Someone else may have better advice, but this is how I think I would handle the situation given everything I've read and understand about pups.

We (the parents) are supposed to be the pack leader. Your puppy is being both a rambunctious puppy but also is probably testing the water at taking over the "top dog" role. Since your 2 year old isn't taking up for herself, the puppy will probably keep on doing it. I would say that now, as the pack leader, it's time for you to step in. When my puppy (4 1/2 mo. old) is playing with me, I have to give her boundaries. She bites too hard and licks me on the mouth, etc... I have to let her know what is acceptable behaviour and what is not. I give her a stern "No, ma'am!" and then turn my back on her. Maybe you could give her the "No!" when she's being too rough with your 2 yr. old and then pick up your 2 yr. old, turn away from her, and totally ignore her for a minute or 2, not even looking at her. She won't like being ignored, and I think eventually she'll understand, "If I play nice, Mom and Sis will keep playing with me, but if I'm too rough, they won't." It does seem to work pretty well. At least that's a good starting point. I really think if you do that for awhile, she'll get the idea. I think it's really good that you gave your 2 yr. old a chance to take charge for herself, but since she hasn't, I think it's your job to do it now. You're the pack leader!! Good luck! I hope that helps!