They can also hurt us by accident or chew through our favourite pair of shoes. They just know it feels great to chew everything in sight. And because they like how chewing feels, they can often chew to make a stressful situation easier to deal with. Make sure you remove prized possessions or put them out of reach. Dogs enjoy chewing lots of different things, so try to mix it up with rope, rubber, and soft toys. Remember to praise them when they chew on the right thing.
Joining in and having a game is a great way to reward them, and you might just have some fun too. Recognising signs that your puppy is getting ready to play, such as an increase in energy, bouncing, pouncing and batting things with their paws, means you can give them the toy before they start chewing or mouthing at you. If they continue, turn away and cross your arms — a clear signal that your attention has been withdrawn.
Once your puppy is calm you can praise them. Over time your puppy will learn that mouthing means the fun ends, so they will gradually stop doing it. Telling a puppy off will only make them worried. Which could make their behaviour worse. For some great ways to keep your puppy busy in the right way, take a look at our activity ideas. We offer online training classes with our Battersea Experts for puppy and adolescent dogs.
Book now or register your interest future classes. Spare a minute to sign up and receive Battersea emails so that you can get all the latest tips and tricks from our animal experts. Skip to main content. How to care for your pets if you're ill or have to self-isolate due to coronavirus Lost and found dog advice Lost and found cat advice Dog advice Cat advice Puppy Advice. How to stop my puppy mouthing Mouthing in puppies is a harmless way for them to explore the world, but as they get older it can feel like biting so it's important to start training them not to mouth from a young age.
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Stay in touch. Beware that movement inflames the behavior. Never encourage games involving your hands or feet as targets. Hold your leash so that it never dangles. Until you have started to retrain your puppy, it is a good idea to avoid wearing loose, flowing garments. It is natural to raise our arms when we feel physically threatened. Unfortunately with a lunging puppy, this may lure him closer to your face. You regain control of the situation by reversing his action.
Once your hand has been released, praise. Spraying your hands and leash cotton web preferably with a commercially prepared, bitter-tasting spray can act as a deterrent. Diluted lemon juice can be used in a pinch. When you do not respond, your puppy gets no reward for his behavior. If you are having a serious biting problem, especially with an older puppy, consult your veterinarian and consider bringing in a private trainer or behaviorist to help you solve the problem.
To find a trainer, ask your veterinarian for a referral or call a local obedience club or humane society. Ask what methods they use and speak to former clients if possible. Rule out any trainer that advocates harsh corrections, as they can have a long-lasting negative effect on your relationship with your puppy.
They could make matters worse. Guidance and consistency are key when training, even when those needle-sharp teeth are gnawing away at your patience. Does your dog like to use his mouth to during play or to get your attention? Learn why and how to stop it. Close Main Navigation Menu.
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