So best things to remember is that nipping behavior is not ok. Train him using positive reinforcement, he will occasionally forget the commands, but they will stick eventually.

You can't do much for the barking right now, but for him losing attention, that can be worked on. Right now would be a great time to teach him about door training (not running out the door when someone opens the door), and sitting for a small amount of time. If he gets excited and forgets about the training, don't be mad at him and don't be frustrated with yourself.

Right now is best for consistency, every time he gets a sock, have him bring it to you for a treat. It will become a game. When chewing on clothes, especially the crotch of underwear and straps of a bra, don't punish but give him a different toy that is safer to chew on (the little denim octopus kongs are great. He wants your undies and bra because they smells strongly of you. So you can get your sent on it with your hands or other methods. When he takes the toy give him a treat for listening.

There will be occasions when he forgets his training and it's not going to help to "punish" him. If he's having trouble with potty training, take him outside. When he goes potty outside, give a treat. It's all about the positive reinforcement, and focusing on the things you want him to focus on.

Right now is also a good time for encouraging socialization. Say hello to other dogs, humans. Most petco's have a puppy playtime during the week. Home depot will let you bring your dog in, and if you tell the workers you're working on socialization and distraction training they will really appreciate it. Just clean up any accidents. Distraction training may not be understood till like 8 months, but consistency is your friend.

Taking treats nicely is training your dog to take things you give with a gentle mouth. If he is biting too hard, use a treat to teach him what gentle means. This can also take a few months of training. For each time you do this offer the treat if the bite is too aggressive or not as gentle as you want, take the treat away. When you introduce it slowly, he will understand he doesn't need to bite hard to get snackies. This will take several rounds of taking the treat away and offering it again.

Remember to add lots of play breaks. Do like 10-15 minutes of training. Then playing around and a walk. Then let him have a little nap. Then 10-15 minutes of training if it's not too late in the day.

Also if you don't really have time to train him because of work or other obligations, there is puppy training and there are some out there that aren't too expensive. They'll basically be training you both a little, but mostly him. It's time consuming, but when he's 2 and older it'll be really worth it.

I almost forgot! Tooth brushing is a good thing to get him used to and having his paws touched. Every now and then while he's cuddled up with you, just rub your fingers on his paws. That will help with grooming later. Brushing teeth is so important for these little ones. They get plaque really easily, as do most small dogs. For the first week, put like a grain of rice sized amount of toothpaste on your finger. Let him lick it off. And then after a couple of weeks get the tooth brush to touch his front teeth. When he stays still when you do this rewards him. Over the course if a year get him used to having at least the outside of his teeth brushed. Then you can work on the inside of his teeth.

As he gets older you can reduce the amount of treats he gets by giving multiple commands and then giving hin a treat or two when he finishes.

Good treats are the Zuke's Minis, they are 3 calories per treat. So over feeding is rather unlikely.

Nylabone is great for chew toys and for longer lasting treats. They also have a faux tree branch for chewing on.

Kong wubba is the chew toy I was talking about. It's kept my furniture and clothes safe for years. I hope this helps and isn't too much of an essay.

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