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[Bernie]

Mouthyness is very common. Work on redirecting to proper toys and not your hands.

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The above and I also would yell "OW!", the more it hurt the louder he would hear it.
Puppy stuff, it'll pass, be replaced with larger issues.
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[ronmcq]

Yes to all the comments above. And welcome to you and Jake.

[silverfz]

Typical Lab or Puppy behavior.

Use bitter apple spray on wires and other hazards in the house. I did mix apple vinegar and vinegar make a cheap version as they needed be sprayed early and often. Once they learn not to bite wires,wood furniture and anything else, i never had to use them again.

Bite inhibition training.

Another thing that worked great and even now works is lavender oil from GNC or some wellness stores so its pure. its serves 2 purpose, the dog mind snaps out of the crazy biting action at its smell. i have used it on my hand and even on leash when the pup decided to attack it. It also calms them down in a few minutes so 2 get a 2 step benefit. As a man i smelled like lavender but heck its better than those razor teeths.

also use vicks, works as a deterrent on hand and ankles if you need a break. i Used this on my kids and had good result.

last they just need to grow up. start training at 4 months i started with gigi and it helped.

[Halcyon]

Hello and welcome!

Puppyhood can be a very trying time, especially during the biting phase. Bobby was awful as a puppy but I promise with time, consistency and training, it does get better! We're always here for you if you need help or to vent.

[sparky]

Welcome to you and Jake!
As you have probably surmised, yep it's rather normal puppy behavior. I remember DW crying because she thought she'd never be able to play with our puppy. He's 3 now and an absolute joy. We were firm with re-directing his biting.
We now have a 4 month old who is not really bitey accept with her brother!
Hang in there it will get better.