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Help with puppy
ProperCharlton
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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?
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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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 allergies0 -
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Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually worksfadgadget said:You tube , lots of info o
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A lot would depend on what those attempts have been. knowing what hasn't worked is helpful hereProperCharlton said:Attempting to get her to stop seems to have little effect.1 -
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 it0
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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 hisProperCharlton said:
Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually worksfadgadget said:You tube , lots of info o
n there
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 day6 -
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.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 itSo many things in the house cause our dogs problems, hopefully you’ve found the problem. 🙏👍2 -
Thank you for your detailed reply. In regards to the section I have highlighted, the puppy is drawing blood from my parents, not from herselfLordflashheart said:
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 hisProperCharlton said:
Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually worksfadgadget said:You tube , lots of info o
n there
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 day0 -
Happy to let our dogs play but no teeth.Lordflashheart said:
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 hisProperCharlton said:
Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually worksfadgadget said:You tube , lots of info o
n there
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 day0 - Sponsored links:
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Old school please don’t.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 two1 -
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 ?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?0 -
Have DM you mate! CheersT_C_E said:
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 ?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?1 -
I have been told off 😔T_C_E said:
Happy to let our dogs play but no teeth.Lordflashheart said:
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 hisProperCharlton said:
Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually worksfadgadget said:You tube , lots of info o
n there
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 day3 -
Sometimes it happens.Lordflashheart said:
I have been told off 😔T_C_E said:
Happy to let our dogs play but no teeth.Lordflashheart said:
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 hisProperCharlton said:
Too much info! Was hoping someone could suggest something that actually worksfadgadget said:You tube , lots of info o
n there
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
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 🤷♀️🤣🤣0 -
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.
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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!0 -
One German Shepherd puppy 10 weeks add one 3 year old Granddaughter blend well for a couple of years and stand back and admire.2
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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 trainers4 -
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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