Channel: Training Positive

Category: Pets & Animals

Description: Mouthing and nipping is a normal puppy behavior that can be dangerous and problematic for many young dogs and their families. It is important to begin this training as soon as you bring home your new puppy. In this video, I demonstrate a collection of puppy training strategies that utilize positive reinforcement based techniques to encourage appropriate mouthing behavior and prevent normal puppy biting from becoming a major behavioral problem. It is important to consider your puppy's needs, provide adequate exercise and outlets, and maintain a healthy relationship with your dog through the puppy's development. This video is chalked full of tips and tricks that I have learned, adjusted, and perfected over the years. There are TEN major strategies reviewed in great detail. Please consider sharing and promoting the video widely to encourage others to train humanely and effectively! 0:00 - Intro 0:36 - Why puppies bite 1:17 - Provide adequate management 2:15 - Focus on what you want the dog TO do 3:27 - Provide a variety of different toys 4:01 - Help the puppy expend energy 4:40 - Re-direct to the appropriate toy 5:03 - Avoid punishment & maintain a calm attitude 5:44 - Work on handling exercises 6:09 - Teach the "off" cue 7:24 - Capture "good" behaviors regularly 7:59 - Work on your dog's triggers 9:57 - Teach puppy to take treats gently How To Teach CALMNESS: youtube.com/watch?v=agWZnbyEe7M&t=33s PREVIOUS VIDEOS IN THIS PUPPY TRAINING SERIES WITH STAR: ---------------- Week 1: Establishing a SOLID foundation youtube.com/watch?v=6Nr0DbztwUE Week 2: Three essential skills every puppy should learn early youtube.com/watch?v=Af7K2rrSxQ8&t=70s Week 3: Settle on a mat youtube.com/watch?v=oFICnKjBPM4&t=97s Week 4: FIVE training games for PERFECT loose leash walking youtube.com/watch?v=xApE_SWSxBM&t=127s PLAYLISTS: Basic Puppy Training & Obedience: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1912AA0D771586FA Mastering loose leash walking: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL9CA3Yl8kWE629HmcQds4dF2XsJYPsiJ DOG TRICKS TUTORIALS: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLL9CA3Yl8kWF9NMBIFNqBEjeHk0n3257j ------- All our original content on YouTube is made possible by our Patrons. Join us on Patreon for additional exclusive videos, tutorials, tips, and more! You can offer as much support as you choose. patreon.com/trainingpositive To connect with us directly or to contact us regarding business inquiries, find us on Instagram or Facebook: trainingpositive