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Old 25-03-2009, 09:08 AM
rainy
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Re: Nipping

There are lots and lots of threads on this. Probably the most common puppy related problem i have seen on here.

It is totally normal (but very annoying behaviour). Yes they will grow out of it (my Oscar is 4 months and is much better). Yes you will have to watch them when children visit because they will do it and they are still babies so don't know any better.

Be consitent and if you find they are off the scale i would pop them on a light long line round the house to give a bit more control.

It is always better to gently tug them off and say NO than it is to push them with your hands (this is puppy for "come play").

When they are relentless take the lead and lead them to another room and leave them there until they are calm then let them out and praise.


If you are on your own you can leave the room yourself say ENOUGH and walk out shutting the door and leave until they are calm.


If it persists beyond 4 months some membes have had success with this

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Hope this helps, hang on in there
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