Avrora's New Mom

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I became a new Staffy mom June 2011. My girl was almost all white as a pup-in-the-hand, but has developed spots and bands of red, tan, and black. She is as profiles say, a sweetie most of the time, but is demonstrating her willfulness, too. She is being more assertive with her mouthiness/nippiness. She's becoming more demanding. I am trying to maintain my composure. Any advice will be welcomed. BTW, she is in puppy kindergarden and I am clicker training.

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Hi and welcome I'm not great with advice and explaining things,believe me
Someone should be able to help though.

Would also love to see a pic if you feel like posting one

hi,,, think they all different lol so good luck, i got 3 and only 1 was a nipper, when he used to nip i would say no gentle then try and ignore him for a min or 2, so he knew i was not happy, he soon grew out of it, you got to correct the puppy like the mam would, a unexpected noise will distract her and she will connect the noise with nipping, i said in a earlier forum, my dog bess is aggressive with other dogs when i take her out, so i take a packet of crisps with me, and when i see another dog i make a noise with the crisp packet and i totally got her focus and the other dog just passes without a hitch, hope all goes well

Hi & welcome to the forum

be consistent and you will have well behave dog

Hiya and welcome, as said patience and training and you'll get there, just takes time. Hope you enjoy your time here Xx

Hi there and Welcome from Me and Roxy.

How old is your pup? I'm assuming she is still very young ??????

My Roxy was very much a little nipper ( and still is at 7 months to a much lesser extent ) It does take a lot of patience and persistence, but it DOES improve. Trust me, I thought I was never gonna win the battle.
They are all little individuals and what works for one does'nt always work for others.
Take notice of all advice given, and find what works for you, your dog and your situation. Consistency is what your dog needs....so when you find what works , stick to it.
Would love to see some pics of your girl

Thanks for the warm welcome. I added an avatar. That's my girl!

hello and welcome, avrora looks lovely, looking forward to see ing more pics

Hi & welcome!

There have been a few threads about puppy nipping, if you have time take a quick look through the training & behaviour forum ( https://staffy-bull-terrier.niceboard.com/f3-staffordshire-bull-terrier-training-and-behaviour ) and I'm sure you'll find something there to help you!

I prefer the "No!" and turning away, with no interraction until they're calm again.

hello from me and buster

Hiya and welcome to the forum .

hi from me and woody.he was a terrible nipper snd i thought it was never going to stop, used to tear my hair out but he's near enough there now. its taken time but you will get there eventually

Caryll, thanks for the nudge to check the forum for info on nipping.

Loopy, thank you for reemphasizing the role of consistency.

Everyone, thank you for your welcome and encouragement.

I'll have to learn how to upload pictures.

Hiya and welcome to the forum Love your avatar picture