Redirect biting to an appropriate chew toy immediately
Stop play and withdraw attention when biting starts
Use a firm, calm “no bite” or “ouch” once, then pause interaction
Avoid rough play that encourages biting
Reward gentle mouth behavior with praise or treats
Provide plenty of age-appropriate chew toys
Ensure the puppy gets enough exercise and mental stimulation
Use short training sessions to teach bite inhibition
Consistently discourage biting from all family members
Prevent overexcitement by ending play before the puppy gets too wound up
Give the puppy a brief time-out if biting continues
Socialize the puppy with other vaccinated, well-behaved dogs
Check for teething discomfort and offer safe teething toys
Seek help from a professional trainer if biting persists