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Originally Posted by Wylie's Mom  Let the adult put the pup in its place. Puppies are still going thru their socialization learning and don't know where the boundaries and limits are supposed to be, so that part is up to you and your adult dog. If you feel it's going too far, make a really loud noise to stop everyone in their tracks. Then redirect. |
Excellent advice. That is what worked for my 2 boys.
Shannon, my 2nd Yorkie was 8 months old when we brought him home, but still very much a puppy. He did the same thing with the wrestling and the leg biting.
My boys still like to wrestle and sometimes can get out of hand. I make a loud noise, then ask them to sit and do a few tricks for treats. Things do get better with age. Making sure they have enough exercise also prevents boredom that leads to too much wrestling.
Trick training/obedience training is a great way to redirect their attention and help them form a bond.
Make sure your adult has a place to escape the puppy antics when she wants. With Max, he would retreat to the couch where his pesky little brother was unable to jump.