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Originally Posted by Lilah Charm  Oh shoot, developmentally this is a pivitol week where they would learn bite inhibition through interaction with their siblings and correction from their mama. Although I would hope to hear from the wisdom of an experienced yt'er here my first inclination would be to reign your pup in. Make sure pup doesn't have the run of the house so there is no unexpected, keep a clear, firm and consistent no as the response to any innapropriate behavior (like nipping) and run that pup ragged! Have repeated and intentional play sessions with toys that are appropriate for puppy teeth to sink into and direct all that rambunctious pup energy into safe intentional play sessions, keeping the consistent response of no and attention withdrawal at bites. Good luck! |
Totally agree. Great advice.
Also, if she does bite you - make a yelping sound like a hurt littermate/puppy would make - they usually understand that sound and it will temporarily halt them from whatever they're doing.
She is very, very young and doesn't know (at all) her boundaries yet so lots of patience is required. You'll get her there, don't worry!
