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Reasons Why Does My Dog Nibble on Me

If you want your dog to stop its odd nibbling habit that sometimes hurts you, the goal should be to figure out why it’s nibbling on you in the first place.

Whether it’s gnawing, biting, or mouthing issues, there is always a reason which will take some effort to figure out.

Dog Has PTSD

Doggy PTSD may lead them to numerous behavioral issues like being hyper, defecating inside the home, and being confrontationally aggressive. The only way to soothe their symptoms is often by nibbling or gnawing on you.

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Weak Impulse Control

Your dog’s inability to control itself could be a big reason the biting and gnawing behavior doesn’t stop.

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Playfulness

Does your canine walk up to you when you are sitting somewhere, holding its favorite toy in its mouth while dropping it at your feet? It’s a habit most dogs have to signal they want to mess around and have fun.

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Enjoys the Way You Taste

If your skin is salty after a hot day in the sun, your dog will like how your body tastes. It will often alternate from nibbling to licking, and it should not be a problem as long as you don’t feel any pain. 

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Fear

It’s pretty standard for a dog to nibble at you or give you a tiny bite mark if it’s scared of you, which happens if they don’t know you. 

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