{"id":20882,"date":"2022-08-07T11:08:16","date_gmt":"2022-08-07T11:08:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/"},"modified":"2022-08-08T06:26:07","modified_gmt":"2022-08-08T06:26:07","slug":"is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/","title":{"rendered":"Is it OK for dogs to bite each other?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Is_it_OK_for_dogs_to_bite_each_other\" title=\"Is it OK for dogs to bite each other?\">Is it OK for dogs to bite each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Why_do_dogs_bite_each_others_legs_when_playing\" title=\"Why do dogs bite each others legs when playing?\">Why do dogs bite each others legs when playing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#How_do_you_tell_if_a_dog_is_being_aggressive_or_playing\" title=\"How do you tell if a dog is being aggressive or playing?\">How do you tell if a dog is being aggressive or playing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Why_does_my_dog_bite_other_dogs_neck_when_playing\" title=\"Why does my dog bite other dogs neck when playing?\">Why does my dog bite other dogs neck when playing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Should_I_let_my_dogs_bite_each_other\" title=\"Should I let my dogs bite each other?\">Should I let my dogs bite each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#What_does_it_mean_when_two_dogs_bite_each_other\" title=\"What does it mean when two dogs bite each other?\">What does it mean when two dogs bite each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Why_does_my_dog_bite_my_other_dog\" title=\"Why does my dog bite my other dog?\">Why does my dog bite my other dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_bite_each_others_legs\" title=\"Is it normal for dogs to bite each others legs?\">Is it normal for dogs to bite each others legs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Is_it_normal_for_dogs_when_they_play_to_bite_each_other\" title=\"Is it normal for dogs when they play to bite each other?\">Is it normal for dogs when they play to bite each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_biting_my_other_dogs_leg\" title=\"Why does my dog keep biting my other dogs leg?\">Why does my dog keep biting my other dogs leg?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Is_my_dog_being_aggressive_or_playful_with_me\" title=\"Is my dog being aggressive or playful with me?\">Is my dog being aggressive or playful with me?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#What_are_the_signs_of_an_aggressive_dog\" title=\"What are the signs of an aggressive dog?\">What are the signs of an aggressive dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_bite_each_other_when_playing\" title=\"Is it normal for dogs to bite each other when playing?\">Is it normal for dogs to bite each other when playing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_biting_when_playing_with_other_dogs\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from biting when playing with other dogs?\">How do I stop my dog from biting when playing with other dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Is_it_okay_for_dogs_to_bite_each_other\" title=\"Is it okay for dogs to bite each other?\">Is it okay for dogs to bite each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Should_I_let_my_puppy_bite_my_other_dog\" title=\"Should I let my puppy bite my other dog?\">Should I let my puppy bite my other dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_from_biting_each_other\" title=\"How do I stop my dogs from biting each other?\">How do I stop my dogs from biting each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Should_you_let_dogs_fight_it_out\" title=\"Should you let dogs fight it out?\">Should you let dogs fight it out?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Is_it_normal_for_2_dogs_to_bite_each_other\" title=\"Is it normal for 2 dogs to bite each other?\">Is it normal for 2 dogs to bite each other?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Why_do_dogs_bite_each_others_necks_when_playing\" title=\"Why do dogs bite each other&#8217;s necks when playing?\">Why do dogs bite each other&#8217;s necks when playing?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_biting_my_other_dog\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from biting my other dog?\">How do I stop my dog from biting my other dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Why_does_my_dog_want_to_bite_my_other_dog\" title=\"Why does my dog want to bite my other dog?\">Why does my dog want to bite my other dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Why_is_my_dog_aggressive_to_my_other_dog\" title=\"Why is my dog aggressive to my other dog?\">Why is my dog aggressive to my other dog?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-ok-for-dogs-to-bite-each-other\/#Why_does_my_dog_bite_my_other_dogs_neck\" title=\"Why does my dog bite my other dogs neck?\">Why does my dog bite my other dogs neck?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_for_dogs_to_bite_each_other\"><\/span>Is it OK for dogs to bite each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs biting each other can be a scary scene, but it also can be a friendly and playful form of entertainment. It is important that owners know the difference between dangerous dog biting and play, and this can sometimes be difficult to differentiate. Dogs grow up nipping one another from the time they are puppies.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Read also: <a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/is-it-common-for-dogs-to-bite-their-owners\/\">Is it common for dogs to bite their owners?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_bite_each_others_legs_when_playing\"><\/span>Why do dogs bite each others legs when playing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>A good dose of prey drive then may also kick in, as the dogs&#8217; chase each other or bite each other&#8217;s legs as they move to run. This all takes place with excited sharp barks, growls and playful nips to neck, ears, tails, and legs. A typical play session may be initiated by a posture known as the &#8221;play bow&#8221;.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_tell_if_a_dog_is_being_aggressive_or_playing\"><\/span>How do you tell if a dog is being aggressive or playing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Signs of dog aggression include <b>raised hackles, stiffness, snapping, or lunging. If either dog shows aggression, separate them immediately. But be careful: Never get between two fighting dogs. Dogs can also become territorial, whether it&#8217;s toward a place, food, a toy or a person.<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Dogs Playing or Fighting? (How to Know if Dogs Are Playing or Fighting)\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/3SLEQR3-3Lg?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_bite_other_dogs_neck_when_playing\"><\/span>Why does my dog bite other dogs neck when playing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They instinctively know how to kill rodents in the most effective and humane manner. <b>When a dog finds prey and kills it, the dog generally grabs the animal by its neck and gives it a quick but fierce shake to snap its neck. This one action is sufficient to end the animal&#8217;s life in as painless a fashion as possible.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_let_my_dogs_bite_each_other\"><\/span>Should I let my dogs bite each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Roughhousing is just part of the fun and in most cases, it&#8217;s completely healthy, safe and harmless. However, sometimes it can become dangerous if a pup takes it too far. <b>It&#8217;s totally normal for dogs to play-bite, bark, chase, swipe, and lunge, as long as it&#8217;s in a gentle and friendly manner<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_it_mean_when_two_dogs_bite_each_other\"><\/span>What does it mean when two dogs bite each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>This is <b>a healthy way for a dog to play with other dogs. Mouthing mimics an actual fight, but without the serious biting. This soft biting allows dogs to practice fighting without causing harm to each other. They will mouth at each other&#8217;s face and neck when fighting, sometimes while standing or on the ground.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_bite_my_other_dog\"><\/span>Why does my dog bite my other dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Why Dogs Bite There are various reasons one dog may bite another dog, but <b>most bites occur when the biter feels threatened. In this case, the bite is a defensive behavior designed to increase distance and lessen the threat posed by the other dog.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_bite_each_others_legs\"><\/span>Is it normal for dogs to bite each others legs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs often resort to playful displays of rough body postures such as placing a head or paw on the other dog&#8217;s shoulders or even pinning him down. <b>A good dose of prey drive then may also kick in, as the dogs&#8217; chase each other or bite each other&#8217;s legs as they move to run.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-192766 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-it-normal-for-dogs-to-bite-each-others-legs.jpg\" alt=\"Is it normal for dogs to bite each others legs?\" width=\"845\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-it-normal-for-dogs-to-bite-each-others-legs.jpg 845w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-it-normal-for-dogs-to-bite-each-others-legs-300x160.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/Is-it-normal-for-dogs-to-bite-each-others-legs-768x409.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 845px) 100vw, 845px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_dogs_when_they_play_to_bite_each_other\"><\/span>Is it normal for dogs when they play to bite each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>It&#8217;s totally normal for dogs to play-bite, bark, chase, swipe, and lunge, as long as it&#8217;s in a gentle and friendly manner. But sometimes growling, biting, jumping, barking, etc. can shift from playful to aggressive.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_biting_my_other_dogs_leg\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep biting my other dogs leg?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of the reasons why dogs may nips other dogs include: <b>Fear Some dogs nip other dogs because they&#8217;re scared of them, particularly if they have had bad experiences with other dogs in the past and are now scared of other canines in general.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_my_dog_being_aggressive_or_playful_with_me\"><\/span>Is my dog being aggressive or playful with me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Growl: Dogs do growl while playing, but there are two ways to tell different growls apart. <b>An aggressive growl will be accompanied by snarling and snapping, while a playful growl is just a sound, accompanied by relaxed body movements (no tension).<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_signs_of_an_aggressive_dog\"><\/span>What are the signs of an aggressive dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are the most common signs of aggression in dogs:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stiff body posture.<\/li>\n<li>Ears pinned back.<\/li>\n<li>Growling.<\/li>\n<li>Baring Teeth.<\/li>\n<li>Snarling.<\/li>\n<li>Bites of different intensity (from light snipping to puncturing bites)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Dog Warning Signs Of Aggression Or Biting\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BnvLvRGT0TU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_dogs_to_bite_each_other_when_playing\"><\/span>Is it normal for dogs to bite each other when playing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Young dogs usually learn bite inhibition during play with other dogs. If you watch a group of dogs playing, you&#8217;ll see plenty of chasing, pouncing and wrestling. <b>Dogs also bite each other all over. Every now and then, a dog will bite his playmate too hard.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_biting_when_playing_with_other_dogs\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from biting when playing with other dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Take your pup and place her in a separate area, away from the other dog for a few moments. This will help teach her that as soon as she starts biting, playtime is over. Once she has calmed down some, bring your puppy back to the play area to continue to interact.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_okay_for_dogs_to_bite_each_other\"><\/span>Is it okay for dogs to bite each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs do bite other dogs for negative reasons as well. They will do so if they feel scared, threatened, or frustrated to name a few reasons. Sometimes dogs also get too rough while playing and may harm another dog in the process, but this is rare. A dog that is playing around usually appears more relaxed and happy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_I_let_my_puppy_bite_my_other_dog\"><\/span>Should I let my puppy bite my other dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Biting and nipping is natural puppy behavior and <b>it is common for a puppy to not have manners when it comes to interacting with other dogs. Puppies learn manners from their mother and littermates and sometimes, the provided role models are not quite what we&#8217;d hope.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dogs_from_biting_each_other\"><\/span>How do I stop my dogs from biting each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Manage your dogs&#8217; environment so they don&#8217;t have the opportunity to antagonize each other. Identify your dogs&#8217; stressors and eliminate as many as possible to keep them further below their bite threshold while you modify behavior. Seek help from a qualified positive behavior professional if you are in over your head.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-192767 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-do-I-stop-my-dogs-from-biting-each-other.jpg\" alt=\"How do I stop my dogs from biting each other?\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-do-I-stop-my-dogs-from-biting-each-other.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-do-I-stop-my-dogs-from-biting-each-other-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-do-I-stop-my-dogs-from-biting-each-other-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/How-do-I-stop-my-dogs-from-biting-each-other-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_let_dogs_fight_it_out\"><\/span>Should you let dogs fight it out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The dogs give each other warnings, like a growl or a curled lip, when one has annoyed the other. And warnings happen only occasionally. <b>You should only let your dogs work out their own arguments if there&#8217;s not much to work out in the first place<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_for_2_dogs_to_bite_each_other\"><\/span>Is it normal for 2 dogs to bite each other?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs do bite other dogs for negative reasons as well. They will do so if they feel scared, threatened, or frustrated to name a few reasons. Sometimes dogs also get too rough while playing and may harm another dog in the process, but this is rare. A dog that is playing around usually appears more relaxed and happy.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dogs_bite_each_others_necks_when_playing\"><\/span>Why do dogs bite each other&#8217;s necks when playing?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Roughhousing is just part of the fun and in most cases, it&#8217;s completely healthy, safe and harmless. However, sometimes it can become dangerous if a pup takes it too far. <b>It&#8217;s totally normal for dogs to play-bite, bark, chase, swipe, and lunge, as long as it&#8217;s in a gentle and friendly manner<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_biting_my_other_dog\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from biting my other dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Bite Inhibition Method <b>Take your pup and place her in a separate area, away from the other dog for a few moments. This will help teach her that as soon as she starts biting, playtime is over. Once she has calmed down some, bring your puppy back to the play area to continue to interact.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_want_to_bite_my_other_dog\"><\/span>Why does my dog want to bite my other dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Aggression between unfamiliar dogs can be due to <b>fear, poor communication, defensive, possessive behavior over resources (including perhaps family members or other pets) or territorial behavior over territory or owner. Aggression between dogs can result in injury to dogs and\/or to the people trying to separate them.<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"entry-content-asset videofit\">\n<div class=\"jetpack-video-wrapper\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Another dog bite my dog ? vet advice l Dr. Hemant Mehta\" width=\"720\" height=\"405\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uC6kU85OEV4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_aggressive_to_my_other_dog\"><\/span>Why is my dog aggressive to my other dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs in the same household can become aggressive toward each other for a variety of different reasons. Aggression may be <b>dominance-related, territorial, possessive, or caused by fear\/anxiety. 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