Someone recently asked advice for a ferret who was nipping. As a kit
Mikette's specialty was nipping the ankles and wrists of visiting guests.
It made it hard to train her since she only did it to others. I tried
lots of things, what finally worked was a water bottle. I got an empty
spray bottle and filled it with water.When Mikette nipped I gave her a
spray and said "No Bite!". After awhile she began to associate the
bottle with the water, then if she would sniff suspiciously near guests
ankles I would give a warning spray next to her and remind her "no bite".
This helped keep her on her best behavior. Eventually the bottle came
out as a reminder when guests came (I always made sure she saw it). Now
the bottle is put away and she doesn't attack the innocent (-:
Hope this helps someone!
Risa
[Posted in FML issue 4895]