help with multipoo pup

tobi'smom · New member Joined: 30 Dec 2007 Posts: 1

We just got a multipoo pup for Christmas. We already love him! He was 10 weeks old when we got him. He is smart and already learned to sit and going outdoors most of the time- here is my problem - he growls and tries to nip at us at times. I have never experienced this with other puppies. I am so afraid he will grow up mean. We say no in a firm voice but it is not helping. Any ideas would be appreciated. [/b]

rosesmom · New member Joined: 12 Apr 2008 Posts: 9

I know that you have to try and offer a substitute to chew on when they do that. Keep a toy close to hand and give that to him when you scold him. Atleast it's worth trying.

HDrydr · Posted: Sun Apr 13, 2008 1:22 am Post subject:

When is it when he growls and nips at you? Is he protecting a toy or food or chew toy? Are you startling him? Use praise when you go up to him and he is good, just say no in a firm manner when he does and then ignore him. Establish where he ranks in your pack...... Dogs are pack animals and maybe he is asserting himself higher up in the pack.
Good luck keep us posted.

Chezza · Posted: Sun Apr 13, 2008 2:32 am Post subject:

All pups go thru this period..He is feeling where he belongs in the family, as HDrydr said they are pack animals..

My thoughts maybe is say no to him when he does it, clap your hands maybe or high pitch whistle to get his attention, when he stops and listens say good boy, if he continues maybe separate him from you for a short period of time, as they don't like to be separated, see how that goes.