FAQ

Occasional gentle nibbling can be affectionate or play behavior, but it's important to set clear boundaries to prevent encouraging biting habits.

Redirect your dog's nibbling with appropriate chew toys, reinforce positive behavior with treats, and remain consistent with training cues like 'no bite.'

Mouthing or nibbling can be harmless in some contexts, but it’s important to set healthy boundaries and discourage the behavior if it causes discomfort or escalates.

Dogs often nibble those they feel closest to, showing affection or seeking attention. Your dog may simply have a stronger bond with you.

A light bite from your dog often indicates playful behavior, affection, or gentle communication, not aggression.

Dogs often nibble with their front teeth as a form of play, affection, grooming, or to seek attention from their owners.

When a dog nibbles on you, it's often a sign of affection, bonding behavior, or playful interaction rooted in social grooming instincts.

Dogs may nibble on people as a form of play, affection, or to get attention. This gentle mouthing is often instinctual and can be a way for dogs to interact socially.

Not in corpus.

Common signs of stress in dogs include excessive barking, panting, hiding, pacing, shedding, and changes in behavior or appetite.