You should teach your pup early on to accept and enjoy being by himself and hopefully prevent the development of any anxiety about being away from you later in life. Get your puppy accustomed to eating while being touched right now. This may help prevent him from developing the behavior of growling or snapping when people are near his bowl. Here's a partial list of the many collars available, with some pros and cons of each. Practice, Practice, Practice You should practice with your puppy every day.
Puppies learn by repetition.
Each day builds on the day before and reinforces the lesson in his mind. Puppies often nip or mouth at people and other animals as a part of play and in greeting. Though at times this is quite annoying and sometimes painful, it is a normal part of behavioral development. It is very important to teach your puppy to accept mild restraint, such as during a veterinary visit or grooming session, and to enjoy being handled and touched. Taking Treats Gently When using treats in training, your puppy must learn to take the treat gently, without grabbing, biting and incessantly nibbling at the treat.