How to stop puppies from biting while teething?
Horace Daniel
2025-07-30 13:35:43
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Dogs and puppies use their mouths to explore the world around them and to play. This is commonly referred to as ‘mouthing’. They might especially chew or mouth when they’re teething, which normally lasts until they’re around seven months old. To stop your dog from chewing and mouthing things you don’t want them to, make it clear which things they can chew. Provide suitable toys and chews for your puppy to play with. Swapping your pup’s toys daily will keep them interested. Always keep a toy handy. Recognising signs that your puppy is getting ready to play, such as an increase in energy, bouncing, pouncing and batting things with their paws, means you can give them the toy before they start chewing or mouthing at you. If your puppy puts their teeth on you, stop what you’re doing and stay still. Provide appropriate exercise, socialisation and mental stimulation. Your dog may be more likely to bite or chew things if they’re bored and not getting enough mental or physical exercise.
Bart Satterfield
2025-07-30 13:11:39
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When a puppy is teething, you can provide something they can chew on to soothe sore gums and help make this process a little more comfortable. The best objects to offer teething puppies depend on your dog’s size and level of activity. Rubber teething toys that you can put in the freezer, edible puppy teething rings, and flavored puppy chew toys can all be good options. You can ask your veterinarian for advice on choosing safe chew toys for your puppy. If they start nibbling at your fingers or toes while you’re playing, offer them a toy instead. Keep toys where you can easily reach them so you can quickly offer an acceptable alternative when the puppy feels a need to chew. If they continue to nip you, stop the play session so that they realize that biting isn’t a behavior you’d reward. You can teach your puppy that biting hurts with a loud, high-pitched “OW” if they bite you. Then, give them a treat or verbal praise for backing off.
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