Dealing with Play Biting and Rewarding Desired Behaviors

One common behavior in Scottish Terrier puppies is play biting, which can be both frustrating and painful for pet owners. However, it is important to understand that play biting is a natural behavior in puppies as they explore their environment and interact with others. It is crucial to teach your Scottish Terrier puppy how to control their bite strength and to redirect their biting behavior towards appropriate toys or play objects.

To address play biting in your Scottish Terrier puppy, it is important to provide consistent training and positive reinforcement. When your puppy starts to play bite, immediately stop playtime and firmly say "No" in a calm voice. Redirect their attention towards a chew toy or bone that they can bite on instead. Additionally, make sure to reward and praise your puppy when they exhibit desired behaviors such as playing gently without biting or following commands correctly. By reinforcing these positive behaviors, you are helping to shape your puppy's understanding of appropriate behavior.

Key Lesson Concepts:

  • Play biting is a natural behavior in Scottish Terrier puppies.
  • Redirect your puppy's biting behavior towards appropriate toys.
  • Provide consistent training and positive reinforcement to address play biting.
  • Stop playtime and say "No" when your puppy starts to play bite.
  • Reward and praise your puppy for exhibiting desired behaviors.

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