subject: 6 Tips To Stop Your Dog From Barking [print this page] A dog who barks constantly is a real annoyance. Both my dogs Abbey the Brittany and Mollie the border/aussie mix drive home that point to me on a daily basis. As a result, Ive done some investigating on what experienced trainers recommend most.
After doing plenty or research on various dog forums, blogs and websites, here are the six most recommended tips for getting your dog to be quiet.
1.When your dog starts barking, you must firmly say Quit It or No barking! Simply saying no does not mean enough to your pet.
2.If your dog barks again, take a spray bottle filled with water and spray your pet one time using the same command, e.g. Quit it or No barking! Make sure the tone of your voice and your body language is strong and assertive.
3.Stay consistent with your training. Your poodle, beagle or sheltie may continue to bark for a period of time. Do not lose your composure. You could squash your dogs desire to please you. Remain calm and repeat your chosen command using the spray bottle mentioned in tip #2.
4.Never hit your dog. Some people believe using a rolled-up newspaper and creating a loud swack is effective. This is rarely the case. Scaring your best friend is not recommended. Under no circumstances should you ever hit your dog unless it is break up an attack with another animal or person.
5.When your dog stops barking, give him another command such as sit, shake hands, etc. Then praise your pet calmly. By praising him right after he stops barking, your dog make think youre sending him good words for the bad behavior/barking.
6.Use shock or spray collars only as a last result. You may find these costly electronic devices stop the barking, but make training more challenging because of your dogs pain. By staying consistent as suggested in the preceding 5 tips, you will eventually be successful in stopping barking.
Staying consistent in training with both my dogs has always reaped the biggest benefits. As dog lovers know, a dogs first and foremost mission is to make you happy and provide unconditional love. Abbey and Mollie remind me of that every morning.
