Puppy play

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I'm new to here I've two beautiful staffs two year old Mimi and 12 week old Penny. they seem to get on great but I'm bit worried about how rough they play . I've been told staffs do play rougher the must dogs but I don't want them to hurt each other. Or for playing to turn into fighting.

It seems to be more the puppy biting pretty hard and pulling out of mimi's cheeks and ears . Mimi doesn't seem to mind and just pushes penny away but even dough mimi always loves to play with other dogs I'm afraid she'll lose her cool if the puppy keeps it up . Is this just normal play or should i be worried.

Any help would be great

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hello and welcome to the forum from me and billy

Hi and welcome from Tyson & me

Hello and welcome from me & Heston....I find that most terriers tend to play quite rough- my Mum's Borders look like they are about to end each others life at times > It is always accompanied by lots of tail wagging and there is a definate end to the game. This is certainly true of Heston also, although at 5 months old he is still learning about game play manners.
When I meet another owner/dog who is happy to play I always keep an eye on him. If they are taking it in turns to chase/rough house then it is going well, but if one dog it repeatedly dominating or signalling to end then I step in before tempers fray. Heston will often push the game too far by ignoring the signal to stop or forgetting his own strength! When this happens I will make him go into a down and keep him there until he calms down (with Penny being younger time out in the crate is a good alternative).
In some respects you are lucky to have Mimi as a role model as she is also a Staffy and a good play partner/teacher, but don't forget that Penny will need to learn that not all breeds enjoy a good 'Snort-fest' Just keep an eye out for when Mimi signals the end to a game and if Penny respects this, if she repeatedly ignores it then you should end the game for her- if anything to give Mimi a break!!!
Under yours and Mimi's guidance Penny will learn as she grows up. Good Luck!!!

Thanks georgiegem

The crate is a blessing never use one with mimi but after read about them on this and advise from pennys breeder i got one for each of them and there great such peace of mind penny is almost house trained and mimi hasn't been able to pull the living room apart lol

puppies learn doggy etiquette and how to play nice by being with older dogs becasue the older dog will tell them off when needed. they do play rough though my 2 pull each other round the room by their faces but never hurt each other.

Hi and welcome to the forum from Rocky and me.

The link below shows the dogs body language and signs to watch out for. Hope this helps.


https://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/t14672-dogs-body-language?highlight=body+language

_julie_ wrote:puppies learn doggy etiquette and how to play nice by being with older dogs becasue the older dog will tell them off when needed. they do play rough though my 2 pull each other round the room by their faces but never hurt each other.

My two too lol .. Vinnie will grab skye by the collar and try and drag her around!! Lol ofcourse we stop it tho lol ... My two will play rough but i know when to step in and stop it before it gets heated

staffy-lover89 wrote:

_julie_ wrote:puppies learn doggy etiquette and how to play nice by being with older dogs becasue the older dog will tell them off when needed. they do play rough though my 2 pull each other round the room by their faces but never hurt each other.

My two too lol .. Vinnie will grab skye by the collar and try and drag her around!! Lol ofcourse we stop it tho lol ... My two will play rough but i know when to step in and stop it before it gets heated

i think half of it is watching they dont get too giddy or go too far

Yeaaah with my two i can tell when its likely to turn heated they both get very loud n i stop it when they start using the chairs as trampolirs running too n froe lol

Hi and welcome from us and Suki. The link on body language kathytake2 sent you should help you alot.

Thank guys . Really help put my mind at ease