Unfortunately mine bit someone the other day. He’s a lab! She needed stitches. Im more than likely going to be sued. Have no clue where Ill get the money. I am searching for an animal behaviorist so it doesnt happen again.

Doq, glad son ok. As we are encouraged on AU to educate ourselves, I highly recommend "Cesar's Way" by Cesar Millan. Star of Nat Geo's "Dog Whisperer." Reader friendly and go-to reference manual for dog owners, sitters, anyone in contact with dogs!
Will help explain so much about dog, as a pack animal, and most importantly, our Human interaction with them. Then, will become a healthy friend on both sides! Still learning from 72 y.o. side as trusted dog sitter! Works! Would be excellent Christmas gift❣️

If he's a pup, no big deal. A quick snap to the nose
right after a bite, will shock him... not hard just shocking.

Some dogs 'mouth' to express emotion, esp Labs. Just
have to kinda live with for awhile & provide them plenty
of alternatives to grab & chew... toys.

Maybe have a toy handy & everytime he 'mouths'.. stuff
the toy in his mouth!

professional training. i will never have another dog with out it. they can see things we don’t.

professional training. i will never have another dog with out it. they can see things we don’t.

professional training. i will never have another dog with out it. they can see things we don’t.

I read early on in the plandemic that vaxed people’s pets were going wild.🤷‍♀️Shedding?🤷‍♀️
I know of a cat that was put down for this.
Makes you wonder, though, if people could react the same?? 🤷‍♀️🤦‍♀️

only heard of my this happening to my family friends daughter when she was about 4, they got scared then it happened a couple more times and they gave the dog to their friend who has a farm :( i think Dakota was a boxer pup 🐶 i pray your dog settles down ♥️ what kind of dog?

First, relax. Without knowing all the circumstances (age/pain of dog, your son, etc.), my best advice - if this is new - is assume the dog is in pain and take him to the vet. Keep son away from dog unless supervised.

The comments on this thread are heartbreaking. Shooting your dog! Evil!! Why not just find it a new-better-home? 😡

You as the dog owner have a responsibilty to learn how dogs communicate, what their thresholds are, and to get a trainer if there are issues. [BTW - dog training is for the humans].

If you can’t - or won’t - be a good, responsible guardian and get the training you need to be one, then simply find the dog a good new home by working with (and funding) a local rescue!!

My sister was a breeder of champion show and field dogs for many years and it always angered her what parents would allow their children to do to the dogs.

Dogs have boundaries.

Learn the boundaries your dog has.

They are not trampolines, mattresses, pull toys, or squeek toys for children.

Respect them as living beings.

Teach your children the same.

And the dogs will willingly give their life to protect you and your family.

This is a teachable moment for you and your child, not the dog.

Family dog bit me when i was 18. 13 stiches under my eye, and cuts on my nose. He was old and had alot of pain. I came home from school and got on the floor with him and pet him in the wrong spot i guess, and he let me know it. My parents put him down. He wasnt living his best life at that point, but i always felt guilty because of it.

what was the situation?

Yes...my Huskimo nips at children who get close to her face...but not adults...she has never made contact, but it still worries me.

You can get a dog trainer to come in. Many will even give lessons at your house.

One time in my childhood our family dog put teeth in back of my sisters neck. That was because she was too close when he wanted to be alone. There was no bite marks just crapped crip for a while.

Maybe some more context on the situation will help with advice. ie was Joy Reid “performing” somewhere in the background?

Yes. When my dog didn't want to be bothered on occasion. Let my kids know and all was fine.

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Yes, my daughter wanted to pet our dog but he was sleeping and she didn't realize it. She scared him and he nipped her. He's the biggest baby ever and he wouldn't hurt a fly but he was asleep. God brings us what we need, even when we don't realize it. He will be her protector, i promise.

Something to keep an eye on for sure.

My kitty would cuddle -all of a sudden she would bite. With animals, it is sometime a love bite.

Not a dog, but my older cat cranky lately and biting which made me think, he’s got some pain somewhere such as arthritis in the hind end or another type old age issue brewing. Going to make an appointment with the vet.

Yes, I have had dogs all of my life. Was your son bugging him (like with a toy, while the pup was sleeping or eating?) Because it didnt break the skin and was more of a warning, it sounds like the pup was agitated. Maybe have a chat with both (not trying to be funny) asking your son what he was doing before hand to the pup (if anything). Sometimes, younger children like to pull ears, tails, lift jowls etc. The reason I ask is it sounds like the pup was just tryong to say “enough, I dont want to hurt you, please leave me be. Hope this helps. Hugs.

warning nip,depends on what occurred, young one bothering the dog?maybe dog is not feeling well?