If the dog doesn't receive the correct training, (I am not trying to make judgement calls here) the biting may never stop. Some dogs may only bite when teething, some may enjoy the mouth feel and keep it up, or just not learn that biting is not okay.
Jaeger is very mouthy-chewed on everything not nailed down (and some things that were!) and was a nipper during play only. What we did was say firmly "No teeth!" and stop playing with him. He'd keep it up, we just kept reinforcing it, turning away and not engaging in rough play with him. If he was on the bed or in a chair with us while misbehaving, we'd put him on the floor.
The other thing I do is wail "you hurt momma" in a high pitched voice if he nips accidentally or in play-he'll stop playing, come over and wag his tail tentatively, licking the area that he accidentally hurt.
He's rarely inappropriate now with biting, but if he forgets, usually a "no teeth" said gently is all the reminder he needs.
Don't forget to give your dogs plenty of things to chew-antlers, himalayan chews, bully sticks, and praise him when you see him grab a chewy and use it-he'll get the idea that if he is feeling bitey, to bite the toy/treat. |