ABC DOG TRAINING --- MOUTHING --- KEY SUGGESTIONS TO PROVIDE CONTROL

1	Pups by nature need to chew. Teething drives the mouthing.
2	Provide lots of acceptable chew items and toys. Gear the toys to the size of the dog.
3	Use the leash to control mouthing.
4	Make sure the dog cannot swallow any of the items you provide.
5	Rotate the chews and toys.
6	Acquire 15 items. Hold back 5 and provide some of these each day while picking up some from the dog’s area.
7	Never stick a chew in the dogs mouth if it is chewing you. This is a reward from the dog’s perspective.
8	If the mouthing is severe, confine the dog (time out) for 10 minutes.
9	Teach the dog to gently take treats from your hand.
10	Use the "easy" word, tapping the dog’s nose with your closed hand if it grabs the food. Only provide when the dog is gentle.

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