On my home from work yesterday, I stopped by the pet store and picked up a treats ball and a Kong Wubba as suggested by other members. (I put the treats ball in the freezer so that when I gave it to Vito, it would be nice a cold for his pup teeth).
We did our usual routine, spending a little more timing running around the yard. I fed him, did a little training, and then rewarded him with the Kong. While he was playing, I went upstairs and changed into a summery, flow-y, skirt (85 degrees yesterday - woo hoo). The skirt -- BIG mistake on my behalf...
When I came back down, the biting started. I got him calmed down once, gave him the Kong again, but he decided my legs were far better to bite! When I told him, "no," he jumped up, grabbed the skirt and pulled. Needless to say, there is now a huge hole in the back of the skirt.
This made me mad. I whipped around so fast, put Vito to the floor and gave him a "NO" that you all would have been proud of. Then put him outside for a bit.
I decided it was time for some greater measures. So I packed up some things, got Vito leashed and in the car and headed to PA to visit my sister's family. (She has 2 big dogs, a german shepard and a gordon setter). The whole car ride, Vito was giving "kisses" and being a good boy. We got out to the country and ran and played with those dogs all night!! He took a little nap on the car ride home, and when we finally got back. The good attitude was still in full force.
I made dinner, and while we ate he got to play with the treats ball. After words, I got more "kisses" and many "head in the lap moments."
I think the combination of the excercise, and finally hearing in my voice that "I am boss here," really helped. Thank god.
We'll see what tonight brings...
P.S. - Registered Vito today. His registered name:
Don Vito's Coulda Been a Contender
Pic time! Note: The tape came off the top of one ear -- no worries, I fixed it!!

He loved the Kong Wubba!!!
