How can I train my puppy to stop biting and chewing things up?
Question by : How can I train my puppy to stop biting and chewing things up?
He’s only about 2 months old, and he’s a min pin.
He doesn’t bite aggresively, but he likes to ‘growl’ and nibble on my hands and arm. I’m not as concerned about him biting, since he only doesn’t when he’s playing or running around, I’m just afraid he’ll get into the habit and end up being aggresive.
As for the chewing, he’s chewed up construction paper, shoes, a dvd case, and various other…everything. and tonight he got a little plastic thing stuck in his throat…
I’m really concerned that he’ll chew something up and choke. /:
What can I do to help train him??
Best answer:
Answer by Hawk M
this is their nature
they chew and they teeth
give him something small that he can chew on, rawhide chew toys etc
teach him what he can chew on and what he can’t
make sure they are small enough for him
we have a small basket from a garage sale
and keep his toys in it
it’s small enough that he can pull the toys out
he knows, THAT is HIS basket
good luck
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hmmm isnt that what dogs do chew i would keep things out of his reach and throw him a rawhide
I suggest you, since nows a good time and he’s still young, if he ever chews or nibbles on anything whatsoever, talk to him in a tone that he can tell you’re not happy with what he’s doing. Like “Puppy, NO.. Don’t. Bite”
So if ever he does it again, just do that again. Until he gets used to it, then he wont chew or nibble on anything.
But on the other hand, since he’s still a puppy, they need a lot of chewing because it helps strenghten their growing teeth. So i think its best to buy him his own chew toy. And if ever he chews on anything else, thats the time you should tell him not to.
I hope this might be of help, since it did to my dogs.
& Goodluck C:
this is play biting. dogs often growl when they are playing. growling doesn’t always mean aggression. there are several things you can do to stop the biting. you can yell “ouch!” really loud, then ignore him. This will teach him quickly that biting stops the fun and he will be less likely to do it. Another thing you can do is grab his nose and say “no!” loudly. That takes a while before the dog understands what no means. Another thing you can do is have an empty pringles can with about 5 pennies in it. Whenever your dog bites, say no loudly and shake the can. This will let your dog know very quickly that biting is unacceptable and bad things happen when he does it. You can also get a squirt bottle and squirt him with water when he does it, but some dogs arent bothered by water. Always remember to only ignore your puppy for 5-10 mins max, then go back to playing with him. puppies do not have a long memory, so you can’t ignore your puppy for an hour and think he will understand why you’re upset.
as far as the chewing things go, that’s on you. You cannot allow your puppy to run around the house unsupervised. never leave things around that he could chew up and hurt himself with. get a baby gate and put him in the kitchen when you can’t watch him constantly. when you can watch him, take him out and keep an eye on him. whenever he does something wrong, shake the pringles can. when he does something right, give him a treat. it will take a while, but over the weeks and months he will learn the rules of the house. but, never leave your puppy alone to run wild through the house…even if you are in the next room. he could swallow something that will hurt him or could damage something valuable.
Good bite inhibition is the most important quality of any companion dog. Moreover, a dog must develop bite inhibition during puppyhood, before he is four-and-a-half months old. Check this link for more guidelines.
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Puppies, like babies, tend to explore the environment by putting things in their mouths. The problem, of course, is that not everything a pup finds lying around is appropriate to chew, and many things can be downright dangerous. Just as with a new baby, having a puppy requires a lifestyle adjustment. Check these links for more information.
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Find a good pet store with good recommendation, then go and see if they have a spray that is good, buy it and spray it on everything you don’t want him to chew. Then get him chew toys that will make him happy. Next find a local book store, and buy a training book. Hope ot helps!
Toys, toys, toys and more toys. My dog used to chew shoelaces, but I bought her all kinds of doggy toys and she doesn’t chew on anything but her toys. Make sure your dog knows that you are not happy about him chewing up stuff. I always use a cutsie voice with my dog, but when she does something I don’t approve of, I use that deep, no nonsense voice that she doesn’t really like so she immediately obeys that voice.
Also…Toys, toys, toys. Play with his new toys with him to let him know it’s okay to chew on them. If he has something to chew on that is his, he’ll eventually stop chewing everything else. When he bites you, pull your hand away and say “no bite” (in that no nonsense voice) and stop playing with him. Only play with him with one of his new toys between his teeth and your hand. He will learn quickly what you want from him.
Call Caesar! No, really my friend has a dog with the same problem she just makes sure everything is put up and she never gives her raw hide or bones. As far as being aggressive she was aggressive when she was a pup you just cannot reward the aggressive behavior. When I went to her house I would turn my back and ignore her. Now she knows I wont acknowledge her when she acts like that.
1st of all you should not leave paper lying around, 2nd of all you should watch them and what they chew , then when you catch them (in the act) make sure ina strong kinda scary voice say “NO!” so your dog knows its wrong!
Dogs chew for many reasons. Puppies explore with their mouths. Everything and anything will go in. When they begin teething, chewing eases discomfort and helps puppy teeth work their way out. Adults chew for fun, to alleviate boredom, because it feels good. Chewing is natural and to be expected. Your job it to teach your dog to chew only appropriate items.
Chewing solutions here – http://dogtime.com/dog-training-behavior-chewing-dunbar.html