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5/19/2026

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Teething! How annoying is the biting

Quick tips for 6-month puppy mouthing & biting! 🐾 At around 6 months old, your puppy is likely completing their teething phase and testing boundaries. This often leads to a sudden spike in mouthing, nipping, and biting. Here is a quick guide on how to handle this behavior effectively: Redirect immediately: Always keep a toy or chew nearby. Swap your skin or clothes for an appropriate item before they make contact. Introduce healthy chews: Offer single-protein, air-dried treats from Dogs Are Lyfe. Available in the shop these treats provide massive nutritional benefits, offer excellent dental support by scraping away plaque as they chew, and deliver vital mental enrichment to soothe their busy brains. Remove attention: If nipping continues, instantly turn your back and cross your arms. Completely ignore them for 10 to 20 seconds. Use time-outs: Walk behind a baby gate or into another room if they persist. This teaches them that biting makes the fun stop. Avoid physical punishment: This can cause fear or turn biting into a defensive reaction. Consistency from everyone in the household is key to surviving this phase. Please let me know if you need any more help. Best regards Hayley