Prevent destructive chewing by providing suitable alternatives and reinforcing positive habits.
Disclaimer: Chewing issues may have medical causes; consult your vet if this behavior continues despite training.
Puppy training for chewing
- Provide plenty of chew toys and redirect your puppy’s chewing to appropriate objects whenever possible.
- Offer a variety of chew toys to keep your puppy’s attention focused and their chewing behavior redirected.
- Use positive reinforcement to help your puppy learn which items are acceptable to chew and which aren’t.
Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do to stop my puppy from biting?
Redirect biting to appropriate toys and use commands like “leave it” or “no bite” to teach your puppy proper behavior.
How can I teach my puppy to stop nipping and biting during playtime?
Use appropriate chew toys and gently correct biting behavior by saying “no” or “leave it.” Reinforce good behavior with praise.
How can I teach my puppy the difference between biting toys and human hands?
Redirect their attention when they bite. Use chew toys as substitutes and reward them for biting the right objects.
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