Re: [PyrNet-L] was: Biting Pyr now : Dominance training for puppy

[Ann Wetherilt <wetheri@emmanuel.edu>]

Another anti-dominance technique that helped, along with the things
Adrienne suggested for stopping biting, was putting the puppy in long
down-stays, working quickly up to 30 minutes a day. At first, sit with
him, keeping a hand on him and pushing him down with a firm "no, stay"
whenever he tries to get up. Try to get 5 minutes at first, then a good 5
minutes without any resistance before you release him. Gradually begin to
remove your hand, then to move further away until he can eventually be
left even when you are out of sight. This will take quite some time, but
it's worth it!
Ann W