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Originally Posted by Roccosmommy   Thanks so much for all of the feedback. I have tried most of the methods you suggested, with limited results (except for the hitting). My chosen method right now will be the crate "timeout", since I need Rocco to understand biting is just not acceptable to any human. I bet some of the other methods would work for me if I was consistent, but I'm not sure they're reasonable or appropriate for my kids to use. Just because they're not THE alpha dog doesn't mean it's ok for him to bite them. And for the record, he is mostly a silly, loving puppy...and just look at that FACE! Thank you again!! |
I'm soooo happy and relieved to report that the crate timeouts have been working. Progress has been slow but steady. My kids even commented how much better Rocco has been in the past week or so. We have been very consistent with it, and made sure we all did it the same way every time: There was a verbal warning of "no bite" with an offer of a toy instead. If he continued, he was gently put into his crate with the words "no bite". After 1-2 minutes he is let out quietly with NO words said. Finally getting to enjoy play time without all the teeth
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