My pup, Hank, will be 4 months old on Monday. His biting/nipping has improved dramatically since I brought him home at 8 weeks. He generally only bites at me now when I have to wipe off his paws from when he comes in from outside (although he doesn't mind me handling his paws any other time).
Today, however, he snapped in my face on two separate occasions while doing what I can only describe as a whine/growl (he uses a similar tone when trying to get attention from the cats who don't care too much for him.) I told him "NO" very firmly and moved away and he stopped. Still, this is very concerning to me. I believe in my heart he was just being a pup and playing, but obviously this behavior cannot continue or be allowed to escalate.
Has anyone else dealt with this issue?
Also any suggestions on the paw-wiping would be welcome. Thanks!
Today, however, he snapped in my face on two separate occasions while doing what I can only describe as a whine/growl (he uses a similar tone when trying to get attention from the cats who don't care too much for him.) I told him "NO" very firmly and moved away and he stopped. Still, this is very concerning to me. I believe in my heart he was just being a pup and playing, but obviously this behavior cannot continue or be allowed to escalate.
Has anyone else dealt with this issue?
Also any suggestions on the paw-wiping would be welcome. Thanks!