This is very, very normal puppy behavior. They are land sharks.
I would suggest dropping the "Alpha dominance must lead the pack" mentality right now. It will make your life much easier. Your pup is a baby and has no idea how to behave or how she is expected to play with humans. Dogs play bite each other...she doesn't understand that's not how humans play. They explore the world with their mouths.
Note, teaching puppies bite inhibition is not a quick process...it is MONTHS of consistency. You can expect backslides around 6 months old when the dog is teething, too. And, each dog is different. Some are really mouthy and need lots of time to learn how to keep their mouths of humans...others might get it after a few weeks! And, if in six weeks you've tried "everything", you have likely confused her because you keep switching methods.
First, start by making sure you have plenty of appropriate chew toys available for her. Fleece ropes are good, or any sort of long toy, because it keeps your hands well away from puppy's mouth. When you play with her, play with a toy. Praise her for playing with that toy. She's the best dog in the world! Avoid using your hands. I know sometimes it's fun to rough house, but that's not a great idea right now. Even petting doesn't happen if she can't keep her mouth off you.
Inevitably, she's going to bite you. You should start by continuing to shove the toy in her face, but if she refuses to use the toy, get up and leave. Close a door, step over a baby gate, whatever, but all attention ends. Wait 5-10 minutes. Resume play. If the biting continues, do the same thing. Keep repeating, be consistent. The goal is for her to learn that teeth on human flesh = end of fun. Make sure your entire family is on board, too!
Destroying things is also very normal puppy behavior. Become neat freaks. Leave NOTHING within her reach. Supervise 100% of the time. When you can't supervise, she should be crated or in a dog proof room. Praise for using her toys. This isn't forever, just until she learns what items are off limits.
Also note, your corrections (noises, collar grabs, etc.) might be interpreted as play at best...or damage your relationship with the dog, at worst. Based on your description of her behavior, you're just getting her more riled up. I would quit with that.
No secret, nothing weird, just consistency and patience and the understanding that you are dealing with an infant. Set your dog up for success. Good, well mannered dogs aren't overnight, I'm afraid!
I would suggest dropping the "Alpha dominance must lead the pack" mentality right now. It will make your life much easier. Your pup is a baby and has no idea how to behave or how she is expected to play with humans. Dogs play bite each other...she doesn't understand that's not how humans play. They explore the world with their mouths.
Note, teaching puppies bite inhibition is not a quick process...it is MONTHS of consistency. You can expect backslides around 6 months old when the dog is teething, too. And, each dog is different. Some are really mouthy and need lots of time to learn how to keep their mouths of humans...others might get it after a few weeks! And, if in six weeks you've tried "everything", you have likely confused her because you keep switching methods.
First, start by making sure you have plenty of appropriate chew toys available for her. Fleece ropes are good, or any sort of long toy, because it keeps your hands well away from puppy's mouth. When you play with her, play with a toy. Praise her for playing with that toy. She's the best dog in the world! Avoid using your hands. I know sometimes it's fun to rough house, but that's not a great idea right now. Even petting doesn't happen if she can't keep her mouth off you.
Inevitably, she's going to bite you. You should start by continuing to shove the toy in her face, but if she refuses to use the toy, get up and leave. Close a door, step over a baby gate, whatever, but all attention ends. Wait 5-10 minutes. Resume play. If the biting continues, do the same thing. Keep repeating, be consistent. The goal is for her to learn that teeth on human flesh = end of fun. Make sure your entire family is on board, too!
Destroying things is also very normal puppy behavior. Become neat freaks. Leave NOTHING within her reach. Supervise 100% of the time. When you can't supervise, she should be crated or in a dog proof room. Praise for using her toys. This isn't forever, just until she learns what items are off limits.
Also note, your corrections (noises, collar grabs, etc.) might be interpreted as play at best...or damage your relationship with the dog, at worst. Based on your description of her behavior, you're just getting her more riled up. I would quit with that.
No secret, nothing weird, just consistency and patience and the understanding that you are dealing with an infant. Set your dog up for success. Good, well mannered dogs aren't overnight, I'm afraid!