Is it normal for female pitbull to bite on her puppies heads when she's playing with them?

Question

My dog just had puppies 3 wks ago. The puppies are walking, barking, growling, playing with each other. But mom started playing with them recently and when she does she nips at them but she also bites their heads. It doesn't look like she's biting them hard but I just get nervous because the puppies are still little. Is this normal between mom and babies?

Answer 1

Yes, it's the way they play, communicate and discipline. It's also why puppies try and nip humans they are so used to it be a fun thing.

Answer 2

yes its how they play

Answer 3

i would think its discipline. pups learn from their mothers.  please just make sure it doesn't get too agressive.

Answer 4

Yes, she's probably disciplining them.