I have noticed that you have said 'gently' but this is not a method that I personally would employ.
DT

Sorry forgot to add - I find the pet corrector (red can) great for breaking undesirable habits,

I had exactly the same problem with Monty as a pup (he's a Lab too). Unfortunately I can't offer a solution. I tried everything I could find in books and on the net.

'Mouthing' is common for Labs and he eventually grew out of the worst of it. He's two now and still has a habit of grabbing people's wrists. Fortunately he does it quite gently.

Be patient, and continue to reinforce the fact that this behaviour is wrong. A simple 'No' will do the job. Eventually, your pup will either get the message that it's wrong (Monty never did ) or will grow out of it.

Good luck and enjoy your pup

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Follow the advice given - it is a part of puppyness.

I went through the same thing with my Lab. She's about 7.5 months old now, and she was the same, it drove me absolutely bonkers.

As long as you follow the advice, it will stop. As for when? I think it depends upon the dog, but I'd guess around 6 or 7 months.

I probably shouldn't put this on because its not really pinning it's just kind of close contact, he could run away if he wanted. I can't really explain it but you have to remain totally calm until they calm down. It's really not a physical dominance thing.

how stange i loged on this am to ask just the same question as you!! so if you dont mind i will join your thread?
i have a 9 week old westies who seams to think shes attached to my toes and trouser legs. she can hold on for ages and if im trying to walk im scared of stepping on her.
i know its still early stages for me but when can i expect to get my feet back???
im going to try some of the other things sugested but im doing most of them, yelping, ignoring and praise for good behaviour.

good luck with your biter

chelle