Leaps and Hounds with Charlotte Hawkins

3. Puppy biting and teething with @dogstrust and Charlotte Hawkins for @leapsandhoundspodcast

May 4, 2026·16 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Puppy biting and chewing can feel overwhelming, but it is a completely normal part of development. In Episode 3 of Leaps and Hounds Series 3, Charlotte Hawkins teams up with Dogs Trust to help you understand and manage these early behaviours with confidence.In this beginner-friendly episode, we cover: • Why puppies bite and chew during teething • How to redirect biting in a calm and appropriate way • Safe teething toys and simple soothing techniques • Preventing unwanted habits such as grabbing clothes or hands • Introducing early polite manners, including waiting calmly and not chewing laces or trousersThis episode focuses on helping you respond to normal puppy behaviour without punishment or frustration, setting clear and kind boundaries from the very start.Whether you are a new puppy owner or looking to build better habits early on, these practical tips will help you guide your puppy towards calmer, more polite behaviour.Subscribe for more expert puppy training advice from Dogs Trust.Copyright Charlotte Hawkins and Nel Media Ltd. Produced and originated by Georgie Nel for Nel Media Ltd. Filmed and edited by Milton Boyne and Gordon Watt from Copperbeach. Music composed by Carles Riba.

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