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Originally Posted by Cassiepeia
Instead of spraying with a water bottle you could try letting out a loud screech/scream when ever your pup nips your feet/socks and then ignore the dog completely for a while until it's distracted with something else (don't even look at it...and have everyone else ignore it too).
Or you could screech/scream and then distract the dog with something you do want it to chew on and praise it when it plays with that. 
Also, try using a loud "Ah..ah!" instead of "No". It works better, IMO. And remember...always reward the dog for good behaviour.
How old is the pup?
Puppy classes and then obedience training are a wonderful idea (and great for socialisation) and I also recommend getting involved with some sort of activity your dog would like (and you will too) like agility.
Good luck with your pup and I hope you'll post some pictures for us to "Ooooo.." and "Awwww..." over soon. 
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Cass, great advice! Biting/nipping can be tough to deal with. Make sure everyone uses the same discipline procedure- If you won't allow it, then your spouse can't allow it, or your children. Everyone has to be on the same page.