{"id":8642,"date":"2022-03-25T06:39:12","date_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:39:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/"},"modified":"2022-03-25T06:39:12","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T06:39:12","slug":"why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/","title":{"rendered":"Why does my Dachshund keep biting me?"},"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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Why_does_my_Dachshund_keep_biting_me\" title=\"Why does my Dachshund keep biting me?\">Why does my Dachshund keep biting me?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Do_dachshunds_bite_their_owners\" title=\"Do dachshunds bite their owners?\">Do dachshunds bite their owners?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Why_is_my_Dachshund_so_aggressive\" title=\"Why is my Dachshund so aggressive?\">Why is my Dachshund so aggressive?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#How_do_you_teach_a_mini_Dachshund_not_to_bite\" title=\"How do you teach a mini Dachshund not to bite?\">How do you teach a mini Dachshund not to bite?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Why_is_my_Dachshund_biting_so_much\" title=\"Why is my Dachshund biting so much?\">Why is my Dachshund biting so much?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Why_does_my_Dachshund_bite_me\" title=\"Why does my Dachshund bite me?\">Why does my Dachshund bite me?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Is_it_common_for_dachshunds_to_bite\" title=\"Is it common for dachshunds to bite?\">Is it common for dachshunds to bite?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#How_do_I_stop_my_Dachshund_from_biting\" title=\"How do I stop my Dachshund from biting?\">How do I stop my Dachshund from biting?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#What_is_the_number_1_dog_that_bites\" title=\"What is the number 1 dog that bites?\">What is the number 1 dog that bites?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#How_do_I_stop_my_Dachshund_from_being_aggressive\" title=\"How do I stop my Dachshund from being aggressive?\">How do I stop my Dachshund from being aggressive?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Are_dachshunds_normally_aggressive\" title=\"Are dachshunds normally aggressive?\">Are dachshunds normally aggressive?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Are_dachshunds_known_for_biting\" title=\"Are dachshunds known for biting?\">Are dachshunds known for biting?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Why_does_my_Dachshund_attack_me\" title=\"Why does my Dachshund attack me?\">Why does my Dachshund attack me?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Why_is_my_miniature_Dachshund_so_aggressive\" title=\"Why is my miniature Dachshund so aggressive?\">Why is my miniature Dachshund so aggressive?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Are_mini_dachshunds_biters\" title=\"Are mini dachshunds biters?\">Are mini dachshunds biters?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Are_dachshunds_prone_to_biting\" title=\"Are dachshunds prone to biting?\">Are dachshunds prone to biting?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#How_do_I_get_my_Dachshund_to_stop_biting\" title=\"How do I get my Dachshund to stop biting?\">How do I get my Dachshund to stop biting?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Why_is_my_Dachshund_becoming_aggressive\" title=\"Why is my Dachshund becoming aggressive?\">Why is my Dachshund becoming aggressive?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Why_do_dachshunds_bite_so_much\" title=\"Why do dachshunds bite so much?\">Why do dachshunds bite so much?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#How_do_you_stop_a_Dachshund_from_biting\" title=\"How do you stop a Dachshund from biting?\">How do you stop a Dachshund from biting?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#How_do_you_teach_a_Dachshund_not_to_bite\" title=\"How do you teach a Dachshund not to bite?\">How do you teach a Dachshund not to bite?<\/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\/why-does-my-dachshund-keep-biting-me\/#Do_dachshunds_ever_calm_down\" title=\"Do dachshunds ever calm down?\">Do dachshunds ever calm down?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_Dachshund_keep_biting_me\"><\/span>Why does my Dachshund keep biting me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Puppy nipping and biting are common during playtime, but your Dachshund may also be doing it because <b>they are teething or want attention. If your puppy is teething, they may be attempting to find relief by biting into anything within their grasp.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dachshunds_bite_their_owners\"><\/span>Do dachshunds bite their owners?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One in five dachshunds have bitten or tried to bite strangers; about one in five have attacked other dogs, and <b>one in 12 have snapped at their owners, according to the study, which was reported in the London Telegraph.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_Dachshund_so_aggressive\"><\/span>Why is my Dachshund so aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At times, your Dachshund may act aggressive <b>if they feel threatened. It is their way of protecting themselves. If children or other pets are playing too rough around the dog, allow him to retreat to a safe place. If your dog is afraid of you (owner), make an effort to give them more space.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_teach_a_mini_Dachshund_not_to_bite\"><\/span>How do you teach a mini Dachshund not to bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Play with your Dachshund puppy using a chew toy or rag. Let him play tug or war, a Dachshund&#8217;s favorite game. When your puppy, accidentally or intentionally, grabs onto your hand or arm with his mouth, make a loud noise to startle him. This simulates what a puppy sibling would do, which is to yelp when bitten too hard.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_Dachshund_biting_so_much\"><\/span>Why is my Dachshund biting so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Puppy nipping and biting are common during playtime, but <b>your Dachshund may also be doing it because they are teething or want attention. If your puppy is teething, they may be attempting to find relief by biting into anything within their grasp.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_Dachshund_bite_me\"><\/span>Why does my Dachshund bite me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Puppy nipping and biting are common during playtime, but <b>your Dachshund may also be doing it because they are teething or want attention. If your puppy is teething, they may be attempting to find relief by biting into anything within their grasp.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_common_for_dachshunds_to_bite\"><\/span>Is it common for dachshunds to bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>One in five dachshunds have bitten or tried to bite strangers; about one in five have attacked other dogs, and one in 12 have snapped at their owners, according to the study, which was reported in the London Telegraph.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_Dachshund_from_biting\"><\/span>How do I stop my Dachshund from biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>At times, your Dachshund may act aggressive <b>if they feel threatened. It is their way of protecting themselves. If children or other pets are playing too rough around the dog, allow him to retreat to a safe place. If your dog is afraid of you (owner), make an effort to give them more space.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_number_1_dog_that_bites\"><\/span>What is the number 1 dog that bites?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Pit bulls were responsible for the highest percentage of reported bites across all the studies (22.5%), followed by mixed breeds (21.2%), and German shepherds (17.8%). Mixed-breed dogs and pit bulls were found to have the highest relative risk of biting, as well as the highest average damage per bite.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_Dachshund_from_being_aggressive\"><\/span>How do I stop my Dachshund from being aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Other tips for managing or treating your Dachshund&#8217;s aggression include:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Encourage good behavior through positive reinforcement training.<\/li>\n<li>Discouraging situations that could cause your Dachshund to become fearful, such as putting them into a crowded room with people when you know your pup isn&#8217;t fond of humans.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dachshunds_normally_aggressive\"><\/span>Are dachshunds normally aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dachshunds get a pass for being playful, precious and loyal, but the fact is, <b>the lovable weenie dog is considered the most aggressive of all dog breeds.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dachshunds_known_for_biting\"><\/span>Are dachshunds known for biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>One in five dachshunds have bitten or tried to bite strangers; about one in five have attacked other dogs, and one in 12 have snapped at their owners, according to the study, which was reported in the London Telegraph.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_Dachshund_attack_me\"><\/span>Why does my Dachshund attack me?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The motivation for lots of dog bites is fear, he says. Others are territorial &#8211; if they&#8217;re guarding something that they highly value, or defending their favourite resting place, their bed Or if they&#8217;ve learned to defend, say, a dog bowl &#8211; that can result in aggression.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_miniature_Dachshund_so_aggressive\"><\/span>Why is my miniature Dachshund so aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Puppy nipping and biting are common during playtime, but your Dachshund may also be doing it because <b>they are teething or want attention. If your puppy is teething, they may be attempting to find relief by biting into anything within their grasp.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_mini_dachshunds_biters\"><\/span>Are mini dachshunds biters?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>One in five dachshunds have bitten or tried to bite strangers; about one in five have attacked other dogs, and one in 12 have snapped at their owners, according to the study, which was reported in the London Telegraph.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_dachshunds_prone_to_biting\"><\/span>Are dachshunds prone to biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Puppy nipping and biting are common during playtime, but your Dachshund may also be doing it because <b>they are teething or want attention. If your puppy is teething, they may be attempting to find relief by biting into anything within their grasp.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_Dachshund_to_stop_biting\"><\/span>How do I get my Dachshund to stop biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>This is how to stop your dachshund from biting or mouthing:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Make a loud noise. If your dachshund puppy bites or nips too hard, you need to say &#8216;Ouch!  <\/li>\n<li>Distract your dachshund.  <\/li>\n<li>Praise your dachshund.  <\/li>\n<li>Ignore your dachshund.  <\/li>\n<li>Leave the room.  <\/li>\n<li>Use a crate.  <\/li>\n<li>Be consistent.  <\/li>\n<li>Get into a routine.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_Dachshund_becoming_aggressive\"><\/span>Why is my Dachshund becoming aggressive?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One in five dachshunds have bitten or tried to bite strangers; about one in five have attacked other dogs, and <b>one in 12 have snapped at their owners, according to the study, which was reported in the London Telegraph.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_dachshunds_bite_so_much\"><\/span>Why do dachshunds bite so much?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>One in five dachshunds have bitten or tried to bite strangers; about one in five have attacked other dogs, and <b>one in 12 have snapped at their owners, according to the study, which was reported in the London Telegraph.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_stop_a_Dachshund_from_biting\"><\/span>How do you stop a Dachshund from biting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Puppy nipping and biting are common during playtime, but your Dachshund may also be doing it <b>because they are teething or want attention. If your puppy is teething, they may be attempting to find relief by biting into anything within their grasp.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_teach_a_Dachshund_not_to_bite\"><\/span>How do you teach a Dachshund not to bite?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>One in five dachshunds have bitten or tried to bite strangers; about one in five have attacked other dogs, and one in 12 have snapped at their owners, according to the study, which was reported in the London Telegraph.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dachshunds_ever_calm_down\"><\/span>Do dachshunds ever calm down?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Puppy nipping and biting are common during playtime, but <b>your Dachshund may also be doing it because they are teething or want attention. If your puppy is teething, they may be attempting to find relief by biting into anything within their grasp.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents Why does my Dachshund keep biting me?Do dachshunds bite their owners?Why is my Dachshund so aggressive?How do you teach a mini Dachshund not to bite?Why is my Dachshund biting so much?Why does my Dachshund bite me?Is it common for dachshunds to bite?How do I stop my Dachshund from biting?What is the number&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8642"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8642"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8642\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8642"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8642"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8642"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}