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My 9-week puppy growls and snaps. Is this normal? How to stop it?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Rottweiler | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 3 days old | 20 lbs

Our 9 week old puppy growls & sometimes snaps at us if he does not want to move, come inside or if you try to get mulch/stick out of his mouth. Is this normal? We have kids & we do. It want this behavior to continue. He is very sweet, loving & playful!

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Answered By Maria DVM

Veterinarian

Published on December 30th, 2017

Diesel is adorable! I would highly recommend getting a trainer to come to the house. The trainer can work with Diesel and you and your kids to correct this behavior. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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