How to stop puppy biting other dog, eating hair, and throwing up?

Hi, sorry to hear about this problem with Rosey. Young puppies can be difficult to train at first. It is important she gets enough exercise. At least 30 minutes of exercise twice a day is good. Whenever she gets mouthy, you need to put a toy in her mouth and praise her. Ignore her when she is not behaving properly. Puppies usually grow out of this with proper training. You can find a local trainer who may be able to help. Another thing is to keep her occupied at all times. Make sure she has enough toys and interaction with people during the day so she sleeps well at night. You can try a Kony toy filled with peanut butter to keep her busy when you are not around. It is important the whole family works with her and enforces good behavior and ignores bad behavior or she will get confused. Good luck, I hope this helps!

Since Vivi can't talk, it's hard to know why this behavior is occurring. Many dogs exhibit this behavior. Some dogs out grow it and some don't. Unfortunately, there is no training that will stop the behavior for a determined dog because humans cannot watch dogs for 24 hours a day. Dogs who exhibit this behavior at at risk for a potentially fatal intestinal blockage. The safest thing to do is to always watch Vivi any time she is loose in the house or the yard. She should be crated any time she is not directly monitored to prevent ingestion of objects. Even if you are just taking a shower, Vivi needs to go in her crate. Use baby gates or a leash in the house to prevent her from wandering off and eating things. She should also not be left loose in the back yard. You may create a dog pen that is free of objects she may eat. Be aware dogs will eat just about anything, even glass and sewing needles! I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional question.

Watch the level of play! If your puppy is getting increasingly aroused, then STOP play for a few seconds and then give him a toy. This technique will prevent your puppy from reaching the excitement level of play where he starts the nipping behavior – by preventing this escalation you are successfully preventing this intolerable behavior. · Another great option that is highly recommended in addition to the above suggestions is to enroll your puppy in Puppy Preschool – these classes provide an ideal avenue to introduce both you and your puppy to the most modern and humane ways to socialize your puppy to be a valuable member of the family! What NOT to do: · NEVER punish your puppy by hitting, slapping, flicking on the nose, putting fingers down his throat, pinching lips, kicking, or any other physical means, as this will NOT solve the nipping problem. Punishment such as this will only make the problem worse and will instead encourage fear or aggressive behavior in your puppy. · Punishment may escalate the very problem you are trying to avoid and, depending on your puppy’s temperament, it may result in any of the following: o Your puppy may respond in a fearful manner and tremble or shy away when a hand comes near his face, or not come when called. o Your puppy may respond in a defensive manner and bite you. o Your puppy may respond in a playful manner and become even more excited and aroused, thinking that it is all part of the game. · Avoid rough play – this means never play tug-of-war, wrestle with your puppy or allow him to grab your clothes if he is prone to nipping. Games such as this will further promote the very problem you are trying to resolve. Minimize inappropriate behavior and teach your puppy calm behavior. Remember that the focus should be on rewarding acceptable behaviors rather than punishing unacceptable ones. Things to think about: · Understanding the underlying cause of aggression is important in developing a plan to prevent it from occurring. While most ‘puppy aggression’ is play-related nipping or biting that can be addressed with the above methods, more serious underlying problems are possible. The first step in addressing these problems is being able to recognize them so that you can seek advice. Other forms of aggression include human or dog-directed aggression that may be based in fear, dominance, territoriality, predatory or pain-related motivations. · Signs to look for include specific body language and vocalizations. For example, if your puppy’s ears are pointed towards you and his tail is up, then that may be a sign of confident aggression. In contrast, if his ears are laying flat against his head and his tail is tucked under, then that may be a sign of fear and anxiety. Some puppy nipping is not playful, but true aggression. You want to avoid escalation of the problem by seeking immediate advice from your local veterinarian. When to see your vet: If you continue to experience problems with your puppy or have any questions related to your puppy’s health or behavior, do not hesitate to contact your local veterinarian for guidance and management solutions. Again, congratulations on your new puppy and enjoy the many years of joy and happiness this new furry companion will bring to you and your family!

Hi there and thank you for using pet coach to address your concern. Every puppy is different so it is difficult to give you an exact timeline of when this behavior will end. For eating poop, I recommend spraying the poop with bitter apple to deter ingestion of the poop. You can also use Forbid, but I am unsure if this is available in your country. You might find another product similar at a pet store or if you call and ask a vet office. To break the biting Behavior, I recommend sticking your thumb underneath the tongue inside the mouth and gripping the underside of the lower jaw with the remaining four fingers. Once you have done this apply light pressure between your thumb and your other four fingers and hold that grip for about 5 to 10 seconds until your puppy finds this annoying. I usually repeat this several times before the puppy decides it is not a fun game anymore. Most of the time, puppies will come back for more thinking it is a game and shortly after experiencing several episodes they stop and lick instead. I find this has been one of the most successful tricks that I use to stop biting. I hope this helps! Please feel free to contact me if you have any other questions or concerns. I am also available by phone or text based consultation if needed.

Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! Burping is from swallowing too much air. Be sure she is eating slowly. If she eats fast then use the special bowels to slow her down. Burping and hiccups are usually outgrown. Biting in puppies is very common and the number one complaint I get from puppy owners. They do grow out of it. I recommend when they start biting to stop playing with them and put them in a "time out." Do not use your hands to play with them. There should always be a toy between your hands and their mouths. Basic training is a must and can be started now. When she starts to bite she should be told to "sit" or "leave it." I am not a fan of negative reinforcement of puppies. I hope this helps! https://www.petcoach.co/article/puppy-biting-nipping-of-hands/ https://www.petcoach.co/article/chewing-in-puppies-how-to-control-it/

!Oh what a sweet face! I'm sorry you are having some troubles with MiMi. It does make things a little harder on puppies when they are separated from mom at less than 6 to 8 weeks of age, both behaviorally as well as from a health perspective. (Maybe you have Mimi's momma dog... if so, let Mimi nurse if mom will tolerate it) Is she is vomiting and/or retching/coughing like she wants to vomit, she needs to be seen by a vet. Please take her in ASAP. It may be that her GI (gastro-intestinal) tract is still just really immature, and she needs some special diet or feeding technique, or it may be something more serious, such as an internal birth defect that is affecting her esophagus or stomach; or she may be developing aspiration pneumonia. Your vet may recommend taking a chest X-ray to evaluate for abnormalities. As for toys, you might try a soft rubbery type toy such as a puppy kong. The sensation can be soothing to their gums as they are trying to work on teeth coming in. https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/puppy-kong-dog-toys I hope that information helps you! Thank you for asking PetCoach!

I am so sorry that you are experiencing these problems with biting with Darby. I am sure it is very upsetting for you. First of all rest assured that this is a very normal puppy behaviour. Puppies learn through play biting and it is part of our role as pet parents to help them learn limits. The biting behaviour will diminish with age. I would not attempt negative reinforcement such as striking Darby or speaking harshly as this will potentially create more serious behaviour issues such as anxiety and fear-aggression. Try some calm corrections and positive reinforcement. If Darby bites you, simply say in a calm voice "no" and stop interacting with her for a few moments. This over time will teach her that biting is not a desired form of play. Also try reinforcing her as she starts to play in a good way by not biting, and give her a small training treat. If Darby does manage to bite hard enough to break the skin be careful of a possible infection. Monitor your wound for heat. Swelling, or discharge. Make an appointment with your doctor if this occurs. If you are struggling with the biting after a couple of weeks of the above suggested training methods, consider puppy socialisation classes or potentially a few sessions with a behaviourist. Distraction, increased exercise, and redirection will also help. Other games which may be fun with Darby are hide and go seek either with you and another person, or you hide her toys and she has to find them. Or classic fetch. This resource should help! https://www.petcoach.co/article/10-ways-to-stimulate-your-dog-s-brain/ I hope this was helpful!