Episode #180 Understanding Puppy Biting: Will My Dog Outgrow It?

The Puppy Training Podcast

Baxter & Bella Puppy Training

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4.7 • 637 Ratings

🗓️ 16 May 2024

⏱️ 11 minutes

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Are puppy teeth making playtime a little too adventurous? It's a phase that every fur parent faces, and just like tiny tots, puppies use their mouths to explore every nook and cranny of their world. This episode isn't just about discussing the whys; it's packed with actionable advice on guiding your pup with positive reinforcement through this teething time. I'll be your ally in translating human responses into canine-friendly cues, showing you how to communicate that when teeth come out, pla...

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0:00.0	This is the puppy training podcast, episode 180, Understanding Puppy Biting.
0:05.4	Will my dog outgrow it?
0:12.2	This podcast is designed to help you on your journey of becoming best friends through love
0:16.8	and learning as you train your own dog from home.
0:19.6	And I'm here to help you every step of the way.
0:22.2	This is the puppy training podcast and I'm your host, Amy Jensen.
0:27.2	Hello everyone. Thanks for being here today. I know a lot of my podcasts start out as I often get
0:34.6	asked. Today we are having another one. So I often get asked, will my dog outgrow
0:40.8	this or won't my dog outgrow this or when will my dog outgrow this? Typically, this is
0:46.3	referring to biting and mouthing. So today, let's talk about it. Let's explore why puppies
0:51.7	bite, when they grow teeth, how dogs learn behavior,
0:55.5	and positive methods to teach them better manners. Will they just outgrow the biting?
1:00.2	Why or why not? Now, puppies we know have boundless energy and curious nature. They often engage
1:07.2	in behaviors like biting and mouthing. These behaviors, while natural for young dogs,
1:11.9	can be concerning for pet families as these dogs get older. Now, puppies bite and mouth for a
1:17.4	variety of reasons. First, it's a means of exploration and communication. Just like our human babies,
1:24.8	puppies use their mouths to interact with the world around them. It's a way for
1:29.4	them to investigate objects, play with their litter mates, and even communicate with humans. Additionally,
1:37.1	puppies may also bite as a form of teething relief. As they go through the process of growing their
1:42.1	adult teeth, chewing and mouthing can alleviate
1:44.4	discomfort. Their gums may be sore and they'll have a natural inclination to chew on objects
1:49.8	to ease the discomfort. This phase can contribute to increased mouthing and biting behavior.
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