Nipping dogs at the park

• Nipping dogs at the park NachoDog Posted : 5/21/2014 6:57:03 PM I have a 12 pound chihuahua mix that needs to learn some manners. He's constantly nipping dogs legs when he wants to play, does it when they're playing and he's chasing him, while wrestling, when they get distracted from play. I know nipping is normal behavior, but he takes it too far when it's  obvious the other dog isn't liking it. There've been a couple instances where he's persistantly chased a dog around nipping them for a long time while they're trying to get away. He's not trying to be mean or dominant, its just how he plays and for the most part it's annoying the other dogs. I've tried yelling no, calling him over and telling him no, distracting him, I just have no clue how to teach him limits here. Any suggestions? LIKE 1 REPLY 1457 VIEWS LAST POST JACKIEG Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login
• JackieG Posted : 5/22/2014 11:33:31 AM I'd avoid the park or keep him on a long line so you can keep control.  One of these days he may nip a dog who decides to retaliate and he could be seriously injured or even killed.  Imagine how you would feel if another dog was doing that to your dog.   You can look for a trainer for help teaching him some manners  but the best option is management on your part.   0 LIKE Like Share You have posted to a forum that requires a moderator to approve posts before they are publicly available. Hey, it's way more fun when you sign up or log in Connect With Connect With Sign Up Login