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Originally Posted by Hokule'a  When Hoku was younger and would bite I squealed 'ow' in a high-pitched voice and then gave her something to bite on. When she was just being a pill and wouldn't stop I scruffed her (grabbed the back of her neck and gave a little shake) - only had to do that twice and she got the message quick. That's what their mom or siblings would have done and they don't like it at all. Now all I have to say is 'no bite' and she backs off. Hope that helps! |
This worked like a charm on Adie too. She even stopped biting the other dogs shortly after I did this a few times. It didn't take too many.
It isn't a cruel thing to do and it is something the puppy will understand. Putting them on their backs and holding them there is helpful too. The puppy must learn who is boss and what is acceptable behavior.