Yorkie bites! Teething...

[tigker86]

Ok so Lexi is almost 4 months. She's obviously teething, but what can I do to avoid her biting everything she sees.

Usually she listens when I tell her "no" and she doesn't touch it, but certain things she's determined to bite. Things like...shoe laces, towels, cords etc.

I've heard of something called bitter apple spray...but I don't want to spray everything, that would be a bit too much, she should know what to touch and what not to touch. Someone tell me it gets better after she's done teething....

What age do they stop teething?
Will she always have the urge to bite things?

[janetcerdas]

Originally Posted by tigker86

Ok so Lexi is almost 4 months. She's obviously teething, but what can I do to avoid her biting everything she sees.

Usually she listens when I tell her "no" and she doesn't touch it, but certain things she's determined to bite. Things like...shoe laces, towels, cords etc.

I've heard of something called bitter apple spray...but I don't want to spray everything, that would be a bit too much, she should know what to touch and what not to touch. Someone tell me it gets better after she's done teething....

What age do they stop teething?
Will she always have the urge to bite things?

I would also like to know the answer to this, as mine is doing the same thing !!

[tigker86]

Originally Posted by janetcerdas

I would also like to know the answer to this, as mine is doing the same thing !!

We are not alone!!! LOL

[AmberJ]

Hi, you are right to tell her no if she's chewing something you don't want her to, but does she have things that she is allowed to chew on? She seems to enjoy fabric things to chew, so maybe a little rope toy would be good. I think the nylabones are great too! They chew more when they're teething. My dog trainer once gave me a fantastic tip. She said to wet a face cloth, then freeze it, then give it to the pup to chew on! The cold gives them great relief on their little gums while they're teething!

[tigker86]

Originally Posted by AmberJ

Hi, you are right to tell her no if she's chewing something you don't want her to, but does she have things that she is allowed to chew on? She seems to enjoy fabric things to chew, so maybe a little rope toy would be good. I think the nylabones are great too! They chew more when they're teething. My dog trainer once gave me a fantastic tip. She said to wet a face cloth, then freeze it, then give it to the pup to chew on! The cold gives them great relief on their little gums while they're teething!

oh great idea! but yes she's got alot of chew toys, i'll probalby just have to try freezing a wet cloth. Thanks!

[AmberJ]

Aww, I hope it brings her some refief! She'll soon grow out of the chewy stage I'm sure!

[MollysMommy13]

Hi guys! I know this post is really old but I try to look back for things I'm questioning so I don't duplicate posts. I'm having the same issue with Molly. This morning seems worse. She is 16 weeks old and I know she's teething but this morning it's like there's no relief for her and she's actually trying to bite my hands. I gave her a frozen carrot which seemed to help and I put out some dry kibble which she rarely eats after she's already had breakfast but this morning she's even chewed around on that. I am at a loss on what else to do for her. I caught her chewing in her metal crate door this morning and I noticed she has chewed some grout out of the floor. What else can I do for the poor little thing? I have the nylabones and have tried the frozen was cloth too. It helps for the moment.

[kimp5]

freeze a kong and stick treats in it. cream cheese frozen is great

[CountryHope]

I'm having the same problem with Mia! She is 19 weeks today, and she bites and chews EVERYTHING! Some days she is obedient, and other days--like TODAY!--she bites hard and is impossible to distract. I don't know how to get her to stop. She doesn't listen to "NO!". I have tried saying OUCH really loud, folding my arms and ignoring her, but she just attacks my pant legs or shoelaces then. Eventually, I end up putting her back into her playpen, but when I let her back out it is the same story all over again. She has loads of toys, a rope, frozen cloth bone, and a Kong (which she has no interest in.) Somebody please tell me that she will grow out of this and be a well-behaved dog someday! She is no longer the sweet, placid puppy we fell in love with (though we still love her!)

[lreiley]

Mine is 6 months and still chews a good bit and gets in a mood where she thinks I am a chew toy. She doesn't think dad is a chew toy-only me and grandma.

[MollysMommy13]

Originally Posted by lreiley

Mine is 6 months and still chews a good bit and gets in a mood where she thinks I am a chew toy. She doesn't think dad is a chew toy-only me and grandma.

Molly is the same way with me. A friend of mine told me it was because she new I was a pushover and my husband wasn't. She can try a little more with me. I tell her "no" as well but she doesn't seem to listen to me. My hubby can say "no" to her and she knows he means business. Maybe I am a big softie. Idk....

[NJYorkieKC]

I recognize that this thread is old but this is my first post and also did not want to duplicate a post.My Onyx is 13 weeks old and chews EVERYTHING...including people.I have read that you must break this habit or they will think its ok even when they get older.He has a load of chew toys and gets a lot of attention.I try firmly saying STOP to him but most of the time that doesn't work.I have tried ignoring him, putting him back in his playpen etc. I hope he outgrows it~I will continue to be firm with him~I can't even use puppy pads~if he realizes they are there he will chew them and I can't have him getting the plastic in his mouth.I'm still working on the potty training too! I must say this is my first Yorkie though and I love him to pieces!!!! I know he is a baby and I think with consistency he will outgrow the chewing.Thanks for posting all the great advice!

[MollysMommy13]

Originally Posted by NJYorkieKC

I recognize that this thread is old but this is my first post and also did not want to duplicate a post.My Onyx is 13 weeks old and chews EVERYTHING...including people.I have read that you must break this habit or they will think its ok even when they get older.He has a load of chew toys and gets a lot of attention.I try firmly saying STOP to him but most of the time that doesn't work.I have tried ignoring him, putting him back in his playpen etc. I hope he outgrows it~I will continue to be firm with him~I can't even use puppy pads~if he realizes they are there he will chew them and I can't have him getting the plastic in his mouth.I'm still working on the potty training too! I must say this is my first Yorkie though and I love him to pieces!!!! I know he is a baby and I think with consistency he will outgrow the chewing.Thanks for posting all the great advice!

I think you and I are in the same exact position. Molly doesn't chew on other people like she does with me. She will kinda nip around at their fingers but she doesn't apply a lot of pressure with her teeth. Sometimes with me she does though and those little teeth hurt. I'm thinking she should start losing these baby teeth any time now. I was told the adult teeth aren't as sharp but I understand still that she shouldn't bite on me. I try to divert her attention to her chew toys because she won't listen to me tell her no. No matter how firm I try to sound it's not enough. My husband on the other hand can tell her no and she stops what she's doing. Oh well. She knows mama is a pushover. As for the pee pads, I had the very same problem. I bought some reusable ones from Amazon and they are wonderful!!! They are the Pooch Pad brand and I can't brag enough about them. It's a little cost up front but in the long run it will save you money and you don't have to worry about them being chewed up. I suggest you buy extra if you can because you will need to switch them out while washing them. I have 8 but am seriously thinking about ordering more. Good luck with your baby. I'm new here as well and can't give much advice but if you need help there are plenty on here with great advice.

[NJYorkieKC]

Thanks for commenting.Its good to know that it is not just my Onyx that is going through this "stage". I hope it gets better soon...I want to just cuddle and play nice with him without being bitten..even in play lol. I love him to pieces and I wish I could figure out how to post a pic~I have read up on it but every pic I try to put on must be too large.By the way how big is your baby girl?

[MollysMommy13]

Originally Posted by NJYorkieKC

Thanks for commenting.Its good to know that it is not just my Onyx that is going through this "stage". I hope it gets better soon...I want to just cuddle and play nice with him without being bitten..even in play lol. I love him to pieces and I wish I could figure out how to post a pic~I have read up on it but every pic I try to put on must be too large.By the way how big is your baby girl?

We went to the vet yesterday and she weighed in at 4 lbs 15oz. She's only 17 weeks so now I'm a little worried that she is getting too chunky. I don't over feed her but I'm guessing I do go a little overboard with the treats. I reward her every time she uses her pee pads or does something else I ask her to do. I am trying to cut out the treats I had been using and replacing them with carrots. She absolutely loves them!! The couple we bought her from said that I needed to let her outside to play more but I have a hard time with that. I am petrified of bugs/fleas getting on her and coming in the house. I really try to play and run her as much as possible in the house but I'm thinking it may not be enough for her exercise needs. My husband and I work during the day so it's impossible to let her outside. By the time we get home and get settled its getting pretty late. Does your baby go outside to play?