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Help with puppy

ProperCharltonProperCharlton
edited February 2023 in Not Sports Related
Several weeks ago, my parents brought home a female cocker spaniel puppy (Now 12 weeks old). She's kind-natured and happy, but she bites a lot.

Her behavior does not appear aggressive, but she is constantly biting her hands and feet, sometimes to the point where they bleed. Attempting to get her to stop seems to have little effect.

They have had dogs in the past and are aware that puppies bite while teething, however, this appears to be fairly constant. Anyone got any advice on what they can do?

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  • KBslittlesisKBslittlesis
    @TCE
  • ForeverAddicktedForeverAddickted
    edited February 2023
    Our puppy did a lot of mouthing when he was little.

    The moment they started, we'd grab their muzzle and keep their mouth closed for a second or two

    Took time, but he soon cut it out.

    Either that or a loud / firm NO - All dogs are different though

    If they're biting themselves, then my Wife reckons a trip to the vet, could be a mite or allergies
  • fadgadgetfadgadget
    You tube , lots of info o
    n there
  • ProperCharltonProperCharlton
    fadgadget said:
    You tube , lots of info o
    n there
    Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually works 
  • rinarina
    ProperCharlton said:
    Attempting to get her to stop seems to have little effect.

    A lot would depend on what those attempts have been. knowing what hasn't worked is helpful here
  • ElthamaddickElthamaddick
    Our puppy was chewing her feet alot and my wife then checked the floor cleaner she was using for all the downstairs hard floors and changed it
  • T_C_ET_C_E
    Elthamaddick said:
    Our puppy was chewing her feet alot and my wife then checked the floor cleaner she was using for all the downstairs hard floors and changed it
    At this time of the year, particularly when the gritters are out we need to consider the grit on our roads, the dogs are attracted to the salt sadly it’s also got antifreeze in it which is not nice. 
    So many things in the house cause our dogs problems, hopefully you’ve found the problem. 🙏👍
  • ProperCharltonProperCharlton
    Lordflashheart said:
    ProperCharlton said:
    fadgadget said:
    You tube , lots of info o
    n there
    Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually works 
    You need to private message @T_C_E (Ray) he is the go to chap re dogs - we have had dogs for nearly 20 years, and one of my 2 boys still likes to have a ‘chew’ on me (he is 4) - but it’s only play, and in fairness I provoke it during our play time - trouble is he gets over excited, and it goes from a ‘chew’ to getting a bit too rough if it goes on too long - BUT it is my fault, not his

    Our 2 are brothers, English Springer Spaniels - they play fight a lot, and will ‘bite’ each other, but not real biting - just puppy play still - sometimes it gets a bit heated, and you get a yelp, but never a proper bite

    I’m very knowledgable about dogs, but Ray is light years ahead of me 

    What I would say is that a dog chewing itself and drawing blood, suggests to me pain, or skin problem, allergy, or mites (not sure I spelt that correctly !!)

    It’s - I think - a vet consultation job at the end of the day
    Thank you for your detailed reply. In regards to the section I have highlighted, the puppy is drawing blood from my parents, not from herself
  • T_C_ET_C_E
    Lordflashheart said:
    ProperCharlton said:
    fadgadget said:
    You tube , lots of info o
    n there
    Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually works 
    You need to private message @T_C_E (Ray) he is the go to chap re dogs - we have had dogs for nearly 20 years, and one of my 2 boys still likes to have a ‘chew’ on me (he is 4) - but it’s only play, and in fairness I provoke it during our play time - trouble is he gets over excited, and it goes from a ‘chew’ to getting a bit too rough if it goes on too long - BUT it is my fault, not his

    Our 2 are brothers, English Springer Spaniels - they play fight a lot, and will ‘bite’ each other, but not real biting - just puppy play still - sometimes it gets a bit heated, and you get a yelp, but never a proper bite

    I’m very knowledgable about dogs, but Ray is light years ahead of me 

    What I would say is that a dog chewing itself and drawing blood, suggests to me pain, or skin problem, allergy, or mites (not sure I spelt that correctly !!)

    It’s - I think - a vet consultation job at the end of the day
    Happy to let our dogs play but no teeth. 

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  • T_C_ET_C_E
    ForeverAddickted said:
    Our puppy did a lot of mouthing when he was little.

    The moment they started, we'd grab their muzzle and keep their mouth closed for a second or two

    Old school please don’t. 
  • T_C_ET_C_E
    ProperCharlton said:
    Several weeks ago, my parents brought home a female cocker spaniel puppy (Now 12 weeks old). She's kind-natured and happy, but she bites a lot.

    Her behavior does not appear aggressive, but she is constantly biting her hands and feet, sometimes to the point where they bleed. Attempting to get her to stop seems to have little effect.

    They have had dogs in the past and are aware that puppies bite while teething, however, this appears to be fairly constant. Anyone got any advice on what they can do?
    Happy to send you a short video of Bowyer being corrected just using tone of voice and the wanted reaction on WhatsApp if you want ?
  • ProperCharltonProperCharlton
    T_C_E said:
    ProperCharlton said:
    Several weeks ago, my parents brought home a female cocker spaniel puppy (Now 12 weeks old). She's kind-natured and happy, but she bites a lot.

    Her behavior does not appear aggressive, but she is constantly biting her hands and feet, sometimes to the point where they bleed. Attempting to get her to stop seems to have little effect.

    They have had dogs in the past and are aware that puppies bite while teething, however, this appears to be fairly constant. Anyone got any advice on what they can do?
    Happy to send you a short video of Bowyer being corrected just using tone of voice and the wanted reaction on WhatsApp if you want ?
    Have DM you mate! Cheers
  • LordflashheartLordflashheart
    T_C_E said:
    Lordflashheart said:
    ProperCharlton said:
    fadgadget said:
    You tube , lots of info o
    n there
    Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually works 
    You need to private message @T_C_E (Ray) he is the go to chap re dogs - we have had dogs for nearly 20 years, and one of my 2 boys still likes to have a ‘chew’ on me (he is 4) - but it’s only play, and in fairness I provoke it during our play time - trouble is he gets over excited, and it goes from a ‘chew’ to getting a bit too rough if it goes on too long - BUT it is my fault, not his

    Our 2 are brothers, English Springer Spaniels - they play fight a lot, and will ‘bite’ each other, but not real biting - just puppy play still - sometimes it gets a bit heated, and you get a yelp, but never a proper bite

    I’m very knowledgable about dogs, but Ray is light years ahead of me 

    What I would say is that a dog chewing itself and drawing blood, suggests to me pain, or skin problem, allergy, or mites (not sure I spelt that correctly !!)

    It’s - I think - a vet consultation job at the end of the day
    Happy to let our dogs play but no teeth. 

    I have been told off 😔
  • KBslittlesisKBslittlesis
    Lordflashheart said:
    T_C_E said:
    Lordflashheart said:
    ProperCharlton said:
    fadgadget said:
    You tube , lots of info o
    n there
    Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually works 
    You need to private message @T_C_E (Ray) he is the go to chap re dogs - we have had dogs for nearly 20 years, and one of my 2 boys still likes to have a ‘chew’ on me (he is 4) - but it’s only play, and in fairness I provoke it during our play time - trouble is he gets over excited, and it goes from a ‘chew’ to getting a bit too rough if it goes on too long - BUT it is my fault, not his

    Our 2 are brothers, English Springer Spaniels - they play fight a lot, and will ‘bite’ each other, but not real biting - just puppy play still - sometimes it gets a bit heated, and you get a yelp, but never a proper bite

    I’m very knowledgable about dogs, but Ray is light years ahead of me 

    What I would say is that a dog chewing itself and drawing blood, suggests to me pain, or skin problem, allergy, or mites (not sure I spelt that correctly !!)

    It’s - I think - a vet consultation job at the end of the day
    Happy to let our dogs play but no teeth. 

    I have been told off 😔
    Sometimes it happens.
    I’d like to think I know cats but even my new one has turned into a biter. 
    I’m hoping he’ll grow out of it 🤷‍♀️🤣🤣
  • IsawlearyplayIsawlearyplay
    Not an expert - we have had Whippets for some time. Puppies play bite and grow out of it , tho dogs always like to play. Socialising with other dogs whilst still a puppy is absolutely essential, but can be a challenge. Breeder might help by describing the diet. Change in food can be destabilising. Otherwise persist with establishing boundaries. Dogs understand a firm NO but some learn quicker than others - your pup tho is from a working dogs breed, and obedience however far back will be found in the genes.
    Good luck - working dogs as pets are wonderful provided you can stimulate them enough. Remember they are highly intelligent. Puppy training can help.

  • IdleHansIdleHans
    Rufus (half whippet) used to chew like a devil when about that age - I've still got two window sill corners to repair where he chewed them right off. Partly teething and partly frustration of being kept in one room for several weeks while his pinned broken leg healed (happened before we acquired him from the vets that fixed him up).
    No particular training, he seemed to just grow out of it. Best of luck!
  • T_C_ET_C_E
    One German Shepherd puppy 10 weeks add one 3 year old Granddaughter blend well for a couple of years and stand back and admire. 
  • ProperCharltonProperCharlton
    Thanks for the responses everyone! Parents have seen some improvement in the pup today after getting advice from @T_C_E

    Hopefully she'll stop destroying my trainers
  • T_C_ET_C_E
    Get yourself a handful of high value treats, sit with trainers on or nearby. Everytime puppy looks at you, reward.
    Everytime puppy looks at trainers, “Ah” in loud deep voice.
    Gradually increase time puppy is looking at you before reward is given.
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