I remember when Boo was around that age, he had some issues with biting and growling that had me worried. I thought this was the pre cujo stage. It was right around the time that he started teething. The important thing is to stay calm when he does it. Don't freak out and yell, don't get scared of him, and don't let him do it. Calmly get his attention (I snap my fingers, but any loud noise that you can make with some authority will work) and tell him no. You can't take time to think about it, you just have to do it, it has to be your immediate reaction. It shouldn't take long for him to understand that you aren't playing. In the meantime, enjoy your puppy. I'm sure you will get it under control. |