My 5-month Lab puppy bites and jumps. Is it time to neuter him?

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We have a black lab 5-1/2 mo. He has surges of energy that involve biting and jumping at people, then he's calm. He's teething but is it time to be neutered? Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 5 months and 3 days old | 63 lbs

Jenny, DVM · Accepted Answer

Getting him neutered will help with some of the behavior but training will be needed also. Discourage him from jumping by keeping him on a leash and pulling him back every time he does it. When he bites tell him no and give him something acceptable to chew on instead like a toy or bone. Consistency is the key with behavior.

My 5-month Lab puppy bites and jumps. Is it time to neuter him?

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