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How should I stop my puppy from biting?

Asked Sep 1, 2010, 08:58 AM — 3 Answers
I just got my puppy she's a 8 week old lab and she's pretty awesome except her biting how do you think I should stop the biting?

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Sep 1, 2010, 09:48 AM
If you use the search feature you will see this has been answered - literally - a hundred times.

Here's a good thread - http://www.askmehelpdesk.com/dogs/ge...ng-357700.html
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Sep 2, 2010, 06:28 PM
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Originally Posted by EduardoPerez View Post
I just got my puppy she's a 8 week old lab and she's pretty awesome except her biting how do you think I should stop the biting?
When does she bite?

Does she bite when you play with her?

Does she bite when you approach her food?

Does she bite when you attempt to touch her in certain parts of her body, such as her tail?

Are you talking about play biting or aggressive biting?

Sincerely,
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Sep 2, 2010, 08:28 PM


A good method to stop biting would be to yelp at her when she nips at you. And then turn your back on her, or walk away, ignore her. She will learn that this behavior is not getting her any attention.

You can also substitute your hand for something more appropriate like a bone or a toy.

Check out the link Judy posted, great info in there.
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