08/28/2026
Let's talk about the "Baby Shark" phase of owning a Bernese Mountain Dog. While some pups are less prone to this behavior than others, it's best to be prepared and have some strategies in place. Because your puppy will soon weigh 80–100+ pounds, establishing clear boundaries right now is absolutely critical.
✅Protect your clothes and ankles. If your pup lunges at your clothes, stand completely still like a statue and avoid turning your leg into a fun game of tug-of-war.
✅Use a frozen treat to provide some teething relief. A peanut butter filled frozen Kong toy is perfect for this.
✅Practice the reverse time-out. If their teeth touch your skin, say a calm "Ouch" and step over a baby gate and leave their sight for 30 seconds.
✅Enforce sleeping habits. When pups are this young, they cannot regulate their own sleep. They really need 18-20 hours of sleep per day, otherwise biting can be a result of pure exhaustion.
Do you have any tips of your own? Let us know in the comments. Also, see our website for some practical tips on the subject and links to helpful videos.
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