Puppy's bite. They are not being bad, or dominant, or trying to raise their pack status, they are just being puppies. This being said the sooner you can eliminate this behaviour the nicer that sweet little thing with those pointy teeth is to live with.
Our goal at all times it to build value for the behaviours we want, not just correct the behaviours we don't want.
Here are some suggestions to get you interacting with your puppy and not getting bitten.
Our goal at all times it to build value for the behaviours we want, not just correct the behaviours we don't want.
Here are some suggestions to get you interacting with your puppy and not getting bitten.
Lead with a toy. Instead of playing with your hands always have a toy for your dog to grab onto. Tug is a great game and keeps the dogs teeth on the toy where they should be.
Reward the correct behaviour. Start small, can you touch your dog with one finger without the mouth starting to search out a body part? Great reward that. Work up to a whole hand, then stroking, then handling. Not only with this give you a dog that will allow petting without biting it is a great start for all handling including brushing and nail trims.
Give the dog a break. Sometimes dogs just need to rest by themselves, leave them be.
Lot's of time to work on this on those cold nights.
Have fun.
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