Silvervine
Tourist
.
Last edited:
.
- Thread starter Silvervine
- Start date
CaptainK9
Tourist
This is a tough one, especially since he has toys and frequent walks. Have you any professional trainers in your area? They're costly but definitely worth it!
Especially for a German Shepherd. If he keeps up this habit, he'll no doubt cause some serious damage without realizing
UR20Z
Dumpster Diver
Dunno about anybody else, but if I have to handle them, nipping puppies get their muzzle grabbed and held (shut) pretty strongly - hard enough to know they've been grabbed solid, not hard enough to cause any real injury or more than momentary "Hey! Ouch!" level pain - while they get a verbal chewing-out in tones intended to leave them with absolutely no doubt that they fucked up.
desimator900
Lurker
It may sound a bit cruel, but a bite back isn't a bad idea, but if you do it, don't just bite then stop, otherwise he might think you're playing. Hold the bite, and take them to the ground. And I don't mean bite hard enough to draw blood on him or anything, just the act of being submissive within something else's teeth is a good way to cut down on that.
Worked for a friend of mine, and it didn't make them timid or anything, they still play wrestle and play fight (which gets him bit). But if the bite was too hard, he'd bite back, stop the play session, and all would calm down again.
Worked for a friend of mine, and it didn't make them timid or anything, they still play wrestle and play fight (which gets him bit). But if the bite was too hard, he'd bite back, stop the play session, and all would calm down again.
desimator900
Lurker
Okay, to each their own, but it isn't pain or fear based...
FatBitchPussy
Tourist
I used to grab their muzzle, very sternly say "NO!" and then COMPLETELY ignore them for a full minute or two. Maybe even designate a corner, crate or room as a time out place.
FatBitchPussy
Tourist
I wouldn't condone a bite back, but if after a stern "NO!" the pup continues to bite, follow the "NO!" by grabbing him by the neck and holding him down. This is in no way meant to hurt or frighten him, but will definitely show him that you are asserting your dominance.
1000extra
Tourist
That sounds like a totally normal behaviour for a 3 month old German Shepherd puppy! He is teething and he mouths everything because he is inquisitive and still learning what is appropriate behaviour
If he mouths your hands or fingers, say nothing and offer him an alternative and suitable material for him to chew/mouth ie a toy or a treat. Do this every time he tries to mouth you. If he becomes too much to handle or doesn't respond to initial appropriate diversion, put him aside by himself with toys/treats/food/food puzzle to entertain himself. That way, he learns that every time he tries to sink his teeth into you, play time with Daddy is over and he has to be by himself and alone to settle down.
Don't encourage his mouthing behaviour by engaging with him anyhow. A reaction/response from you, be it negative or positive, still ultimately gives him attention.. which is why he does it in the first place.
As long as you don't encourage his mouthing behaviour as a puppy, he will get better and more sensible as he grows and matures.
Our GSD was like that as a pup too. If he bites too hard, playtime is over, toys are put away and you completely ignore him. They will get it eventually. By 6 months it should be a lot better. Mine went from omg how is this ever going to work out to a dog that doesnt ever nip/bite, and the previous one we had the exact same thing. At 3 months its normal, just stick with it.
valleyyote
Esteemed Citizen of ZV
When I was young any time my folks wood get a new pup iand they did this they would get a a stern no and snip on the nose or gentle swat it worked well with no harm if it was done consistnatly, they would also get a gentle slap with something they were chewing on if it was not be used as a chew toy. We got them things that were meant to be teethed on such a s rawhide chunks and sticks because they like a child will need this.. They learn quite quickly what is acceptable and not. You must understand your pup is just that a pup and as such all it really understands and cares about is its wants, needs, and desires. It does not know any better yet. What it really needs is much love, kindness, and patience and direction form you. It will in time learn good behavior.
girlwithdalmatiangirl
Tourist
Im not a professional dog trainer.
That said, puppies often chew on stuff when they are losing their baby teeth but of course its unacceptable that its you he chews on
My girl is pretty submissive so training her was rather easy but in your case it might help to shock him a few times when he does it by shouting at him or even using an air horn or something else that works for you - that way you dont have to physically hurt him but he will most likely understand it
That said, puppies often chew on stuff when they are losing their baby teeth but of course its unacceptable that its you he chews on
My girl is pretty submissive so training her was rather easy but in your case it might help to shock him a few times when he does it by shouting at him or even using an air horn or something else that works for you - that way you dont have to physically hurt him but he will most likely understand it
SigmaTheZeta
Esteemed Citizen of ZV
Whenever my dogs get too rough, that's just the end of play-time. We go inside, and I expect them to be quiet after that. I interpret it as evidence that they are getting tired. They might still be moving, but they are running on adrenaline and need rest. It takes more actual energy and focus to maintain good habits of obedience and remember their training.
Last edited:
bandogbitch
Lurker
I am not a professional trainer, but I am a supporter of a few. I recently heard someone who I hold in very high regard say that he never corrects a puppy; he just redirects in situations like puppy biting. I wish I would of been strict with that approach. His engagement with his pack is incredible and they have full confidence and trust in him.
MRYP
Tourist
Your puppy is most likely start to teeth.
I used to give my puppy cardboard to chew on. Has been a lifesaver.
Make sure there's no glue or ink on that cardboard, so it's safe if the puppy swallows some.
There's also a thing called "coffee wood", that's also a nice thing to have. Your pup can chew down on it for weeks.
I used to give my puppy cardboard to chew on. Has been a lifesaver.
Make sure there's no glue or ink on that cardboard, so it's safe if the puppy swallows some.
There's also a thing called "coffee wood", that's also a nice thing to have. Your pup can chew down on it for weeks.
HappyLV
Tourist
I just wanted to add an observation I’ve noticed....a puppy coming from a large litter, lots of litter mates, seems to understand the difference between play mouthing and real biting better then a puppy without litter mates....seems to miss the litter mate education they all gain.....in my humble opinion....?
dartel
Esteemed Citizen of ZV
A tip I read when Kain was a puppy that I employed and seemed to work was. If they get playfully puppy nippy yelp like a puppy. It's normal for littermates to playfully nip each other but they'll yelp if it gets out of control, so you give them that same "no too much" feedback that their littermate would.
Spuffl3s
Tourist
We are having the same issue with our GSD,
Our boy came from a litter of 11, he doesn't really seem to care that we would rather not be chewed on or bitten. You may be right lol
Labslut2020
Tourist
I know it sounds dumb but give him an empty plastic bottle worked with my dog
SigmaTheZeta
Esteemed Citizen of ZV
You train a dog to not pee on the carpet by quickly taking them outside, so you form an association of "pee = outside."
You train a dog to not bite your hand by quickly providing them with a rope toy, so the association is, "bite = rope."
If you use the rope toy method, then say, "ROPE!" while using your hand to direct the dog's motions toward the rope, and then say, "good rope," at the instant that the dog's teeth come into contact with the rope. The idea is to train the dog to signal a desire to play with the rope toy by going to get the rope toy, in the first place.
If you do not have a rope toy, then you should get one immediately.
You train a dog to not bite your hand by quickly providing them with a rope toy, so the association is, "bite = rope."
If you use the rope toy method, then say, "ROPE!" while using your hand to direct the dog's motions toward the rope, and then say, "good rope," at the instant that the dog's teeth come into contact with the rope. The idea is to train the dog to signal a desire to play with the rope toy by going to get the rope toy, in the first place.
If you do not have a rope toy, then you should get one immediately.
nestormolina
Lurker
Mira tu tienes sexo con perros me puedes alludar con unas dudas que cientes tu cuando tienes sexo con perros
ForsakenGod197666
Tourist
Farmhand640
Zooville Settler
Someone has to be boss! Put a stop to it forcefully, but without harm, or he may bite his entire life. You must be the Alpha in this relationship.
YanchaOkami
Citizen of Zooville
It is no yelping. The normal sound of a "that hurts like hell" in puppy communication is a shrill long squeak of very high pitch, which will shock you as a human and almost every adult dog if they hear it, it stirs fear. It's not something trained, but genetic evolutionary and as such almost the same regarding human children (just that they don't often have a reason to do it nowadays, was a different thing with barbaric living hundreds of years ago surely enough).
It is a sound which makes most canids and humans instantly imagine the worst and most painful scenarios possible which might end a life - one of the reasons why it is shocking.
Combined with an instant stop regarding the playing it will leave a lasting memory and as such remember the dog to be careful with human skin all in his life (if not trained otherwise). Not a bad thing IMHO.
Regarding loosing the teeth: Yes, an adequate toy like shown helps a lot and prevents too much teeth from getting swallowed. A bit blood through loosening the milk teeth is no problem, happens. The dog will have less time of pain and discomfort if they're out quickly after loosening, so the playing helps a lot.
Still if your skin is used for this, stop it, show your discomfort as clear as possible and go a bit over the top in your signalling. ?
Last edited:
YanchaOkami
Citizen of Zooville
That's a good thing. Dogs can, if teached, adjust their muscle power very carefully and be as gentle as a lick regarding playing with skin.
And as they mostly don't actively want to wound anyone, they try to be careful as well, if not distracted.
No idea why anyone would let a dog bite the face. I would react the same as another canid in that situation and snap back, growling seriously.
They should know that face and head are very sensitive and dangerous things to play with rough as humans and most other fur-less mammals can easily die if pierced by a fang in that region.
Reconscope
Prized Citizen of ZV
I told my girl "speak with your actions not with your teeth" usually she got the idea
Lonewolf
Zooville Settler
Mals are just really bitey. You can't break it without breaking part of their spirit. If you can't put up with it, you should just stay away from the breed. She really isn't hurtful;, she just gets carried away and you get teeth in the face. She also only does it to me.
I disagree, but even if you get the bitey part out they remain pretty shit dogs to be fair. They are beautiful but as a pet they are terrible. I had a housemate with one for a few years, wasnt raised up to my standards so had to (re)train that stubborn piece of dog quite a bit but it was always testing me and everyone else, and I could never fully trust it. It never bit me though. I wasnt sad to see the owner leave with it again.
Lonewolf
Zooville Settler
Weird. I absolutely love this breed so far. She is smart, attentive, stunningly beautiful and quite affectionate. She is pretty much like a movie star wherever she goes, everyone loves her. She is a bit stubborn, but just enough to show she can think for herself.