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Originally Posted by Trevor's Mom I may get criticized by saying this, but this is what I did to Trevor when he started showing signs of growling and wanting to bite. I quickly put him on his back and held him down and told him no.... I am the momma! After about 4 times of this, he never growled or attempted to bite again. He's 4-1/2 months now and if he does start to nip at fingers, all I have to say is NO BITING! And he immediately lets go.
Cyndie
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I agree. It sounds like this biting was a bit more than just playing. I also had a BIG problem with my chihuahua ....she got to where I could not do ANYTHING she did not want done..I mean serious bites and blood. Fortunately I found the "Dog Whisperer" show and learned alot (!!!)...I do the same....anytime Apple or Lil Bit gets too 'bossy' I flip them on their back and hold for a few seconds....or hold firmly to their backs and keep them in "down" position briefly......I don't mess around with the biting stuff. Too many dogs end up in shelters or out on the road because their people did not teach them who is the boss...it can easily get out of control!!!!
And remember....if they did that to their 'dog mom' she would QUICKLY snarl and snap and get the lesson straight. Be the momma.....be the boss!