Question3 weeks ago, I adopted a one-yr old yellow lab mix ( ? pitbull X). She received no training from her prior owner and is VERY mouthy. I notice that most mouthing q's center around puppies. I am doing the "turn and shun" after offering a toy instead of my hand, foot, elbow, etc. has been rejected. She begins basic obedience in October and has already had a 1:1 with a private trainer. Is there anything I'm not doing that would be helpful?
AnswerThe main difference between a 7 week old and a year old one is that the bad habit is even more ingrained in the older one and will take even more work to correct. Just repeat another thousand times.
I am glad you are giving the dog a chance of a life. Yes, rescue dogs can be a lot of work, but we need more people like you.