How to tell puppy that I'm the boss, without agression

Horda is naughty for real, biting my hands instead of her toys barks and whines really loud when she's not getting 100% attention etc. How to treat that? I just don't want ending up with  older bossy dog with that kinda jaws and teeth if you know what i mean
Thanks in advance!

Forget about the boss thing. It doesn't work.

Mouthing is really, really common with staffie pups so don't worry, it doesn't mean Horda's a problem. There are different things you can do that help but it is often a question of time, they do grow out of it if you are consistent.

Always make sure she has something to chew, a rope toy, a stuffed Kong, something like that. If she does go to grab your hand, yelp like you were another dog just been bitten, and turn away from her. Then give her the chewy toy.

If you find she goes to grab hands at certain times, like when you're watching TV and aren't paying attention, keep your hands hidden. Sit on them or something.

For attention seeking, make sure you give her no attention at all when she barks or something. Even telling her 'no' is giving her some sort of interaction. If she persists, turn your back and walk away. She should then learn that barking at you drives you away, which is the opposite of what she wants.

Puppies can be very hard work, but so worth it!

LizP wrote:Forget about the boss thing. It doesn't work.

For attention seeking, make sure you give her no attention at all when she barks or something. Even telling her 'no' is giving her some sort of interaction. If she persists, turn your back and walk away. She should then learn that barking at you drives you away, which is the opposite of what she wants.

Puppies can be very hard work, but so worth it!

Oh yeah she does that, when I'm near but doing my own stuff etc. Thx a lot i was confused should i talk to her or just walk away. Thank you!