Possessive aggression, or resource guarding, is what we call the problem when dogs protect items, food, space, and even people from others.

Puppies use their mouths to explore the world and to play. The problem is, their little teeth are very sharp and can really hurt when they explore or play with you. They also are teething and find relief from chewing. Teething is typically over by 8 months of age but dogs enjoy chewing for their entire lives, so it’s good to teach appropriate behavior early. “Bite inhibition” refers to a dog’s ability to control the force of his bite. Puppies usually learn bite inhibition