Haunted Wood Mama, we all go to hell

He released and backed up a bit, allowing the kid to get his paws under him again. Nix had forced every pup to fight with full force, and it was honestly one of the first things he realized was wrong when the cult like thinking had subsided. But here, things didn't need to be serious right away. 
"Good start. You're small and fast. Use that to your advantage. Good work going for the limbs. That's good strategy for wolves larger than you- take out the limbs and then go for the kill. Again." 
He gestured for the pup to attack him again and this time when the kid flew at him he was ready. His jaws closed on where the kids neck met his chest, adding just enough pressure to cause pain but not hurt such a sensitive area. He moved forward into the attack and pushed the pup backwards, trying to offset his balance.