How Can I Stop My Dog From Nipping

by Carl B
(Chicago, IL )

My pup is about 13 weeks old and constantly goes after my pants legs, and anything that hangs from me. Often nipping at them and biting and my hands.

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Article About Biting and Nipping
by: Anton

Hi Carl, You can find more info in our article What To Do About Dog Biting And Nipping Due To Herding Instinct here.

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by: Lilo’s Mom

For us it was a matter of time. I recall many days of thinking I would never survive her herding instinct. She nipped and bit everything it seemed, often so hard that we’d bleed. Then it stopped. Good luck, once you survive this stage you’ll have it made!

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