| How to Stop a Dog Barking |
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| Saturday, 05 September 2009 05:12 | |||||||
Barking is an instinctive behavior in most breeds of dogs; it is normal if your dog barks from time to time especially if it is in unfamiliar territory or is protecting its family and surroundings.
However, excessive barking does become a problem when it is constant and you may not only lose sleep; your dog’s constant barking may also upset your neighbors.
Excessive barking is usually an indication that your dog has either developed a bad habit which needs to be controlled or there is something in the dog’s environment which is contributing to the excessive barking.
In this article we will give you some valuable tips on how to stop a dog barking.
The most important thing is to train your dog to stop barking on command. A valuable dog training dog tool is Secrets to Dog Training.
Dogs respond well to positive reinforcement so when they obey the command to stop barking you need to reward them with a treat or attention. Never punish your dog for its constant barking as this will most likely increase the problem rather than manage it.
Professional dog training schools are also a great way to socialize your dog with other dogs and this will certainly help if the cause of your dog’s barking is lack of socialization.
Another option on how to stop a dog barking is to consider getting another dog to keep your dog company if it is left alone during the day (this should only be considered if you are committed to looking after two dogs).
Another is a collar which emits a foul taste when the dog barks. If you suspect there is a more serious issue causing your dog’s barking you should consult a vet first.
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