Let's be honest: if you've come home to find the leg of your favourite chair looking like a beaver's breakfast, you're not alone. We've all been there. It’s a frustrating moment that every dog parent knows, but it's important to remember that chewing is a perfectly natural instinct for our dogs. When it’s your stuff, though, it’s a clear signal…
To stop a puppy biting you, the real key is teaching bite inhibition. This isn't about punishment; it's about consistent redirection and plenty of positive reinforcement. When those little teeth make contact, we can calmly redirect their mouth onto a proper chew toy and praise them enthusiastically when they chew on that instead. It's a simple process that teaches them…