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Why does my puppy bark after I tell him no when he bites me?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 7 days old | 63 lbs

Why does my pup bark at me after I firmly say no when he bites me?

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on July 22nd, 2019

Your puppy is likely just feeling playful and so is trying to encourage you to keep playing with him. Getting up and walking away until he calms back down, or redirecting his chewing behavior on a toy can help you engage without reinforcing the barking.

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