Ask the Dog Trainer About Quelling Puppy Biting Behavior

Michael Baugh CDBC CPDT-KSA

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Puppy Biting Hurts!

Sure they're cute. But puppies bite. In fact, they can be little piranhas. And, puppy biting hurts.

There is good news, though. Seriously. Most puppies do grow out of their nasty biting habit. Better still, there are things we can do to help speed up the process.

So, grab a paper towel to stop the bleeding. Then check out this video for a quick course on how to keep your puppy’s sharp teeth off your delicate skin.

If your puppy is a bit older and still bites to get your attention, take a look at this article on play biting.  It may not be aggression but it hurts too. Young puppy or older puppy – either way, a qualified training professional can help bring some sanity back to your life. 

Michael Baugh CDBC CPDT-KSA is a dog trainer in Houston, TX. He produces TV segments on dog training and behavior for KHOU-TV in Houston and WFAA-TV in Dallas.