This document provides training tips for German Shepherd puppies to curb biting and barking behaviors. To address biting, owners should pay attention to signs the puppy wants to bite and redirect to toys. If biting occurs, squeal and redirect to toys. For barking at people, owners should approach when barking, have the puppy sit, and praise to teach that the owner will handle situations and barking is unnecessary. The goal is not to eliminate all barking but teach appropriateness.

1. TRAINING TIPS FOR GERMAN SHEPHERD
PUPPIES
Randy Blum

2. INTRODUCTION
 Randy Blum is the founder and president of Blum Virtual Travel.
Randy Blum also trains German Shepherds for fun and
companionship.
Biting and barking are two common issues with German
shepherd puppies. Every dog is different, but these tips can help
curb naughty behavior early.
Question: How do I get my German shepherd puppy to stop
biting?
Answer: Pay attention to the puppy, and learn to recognize the
signs that he is about to bite. When he looks like he may try to
bite your hand, redirect his attention with a puppy-safe toy like a
Kong. If the dog does get you, make a squealing sound, then
redirect with the toy.

3. TRAINING TIPS
 Question: How do I train my German
shepherd puppy not to bark at people?
Answer: While you cannot and should not
train your dog to never bark, you can help
him learn when it is and is not appropriate.
When your puppy barks, approach him to
investigate. Give him a command like sit, and
then praise him. Ideally, your puppy will learn
that you are in charge and will deal with
situations as they arise.