Training a Dog to Stop Barking

RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post By Ron BO (Guest Post) (09/01/2008) Re: I finally got my neighbors dogs to stop barking! I used to have a problem with my neighbors dogs that would constantly bark day and night. At first I thought it would stop but it went on day after day. I finally confronted my neighbor about the problem and he said that he would try to do something about it. I work very long hours and try to get as much sleep as possible but I am constantly awakened by the barking dog many times during the night. You cannot imagine how frustrating this is unless you have been in this situation. I finally ended up going on the internet to research my problem and I am so glad that I did. I ended up buying a compact disc from a website. You play the disc and it actually stops the dogs from barking. I put the disc in, pointed the speakers towards the dogs, and nearly fell out of my chair when it actually worked! Somehow, the dogs can hear the sound but humans can't. This was the best money that I have ever spent and I am so happy. I have not had a problem in 4 weeks. The dogs kind of acted up about 2 weeks ago but I just repeated the above process and it worked like a charm. I am so glad that the freaking dogs have stopped barking. If you want to check it out, it might be worth a try. The website is http://www.TheBarkingDogCD.com Good luck, I hope this helps. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post by Sheraone (78) | (07/09/2007) Contact Ladyshot. I'm with you! A mother dog's strongest reprimand is the mouth on the back of the neck, possibly pushing puppy to the ground and the rough growl. And not very often at that. Reward good behavior and ignore bad behavior unless someone is in danger. I think people do dogs a disservice by demanding they tow the line and shiver in fear at the possibility of being roughed up. They are not automatons who are supposed to do what they want you to do on command every time. Happy dogs do what they do because they love to do it and they love pleasing you, the alpha dog. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post by Sheraone (78) | (07/09/2007) Contact A shocker collar??!! Dogs dont ever bark at NOTHING. He knows why he is barking. Sometimes dogs when left alone are barking to say "Is anyone out there?" They have better hearing than you do and may actually be getting a response from another dog that you cant hear. And if no one is responding they may continue to call anyway. Little dogs bark more because they are smaller. They dont feel really confident about dealing with another human banging on the door or ringing the doorbell so they are telling you. "There's something here you need to deal with" When you shout at them to stop they are just as likely to interpret that you are barking too. Spend some time acclimatizing your dog to people coming to the door. Leash them and tell them to sit. Reward them for staying calm. Stay calm yourself. Dont shout. Lots of love and praise for staying calm. Your dog wants to please you. There are some dogs who bark just because they are bored or they like the sound of their own voice. Give them something to do if youre not there, a bong filled with peanut butter or doggie cookie stuffed in tight can give them hours of entertainment. I think it's called a bong but not the marijuana thingie....lol Your dog wants to please you. Discover the cause of his barking and work WITH him, not on him, to teach him what is acceptable and what is not. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post By donna (Guest Post) (07/02/2007) My chihuahua wont stop barking when people enter the house. What should I do? My email is donnafir AT hotmail.com Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post By (Guest Post) (05/03/2006) My dog keeps barking for no reason, but how do I stop her from barking??? Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post by Anonymous (161) | (03/12/2006) Blog! | Contact Shaker cans, squirt bottles and shrieker alarms should be used as a last resort to barking or any other behavioral problem. If these things are used, it is important that the dog NOT see you use them. If he sees you, he may stop barking the moment you pick up one of these items. If you are going to use one of these, you must be out of your dog's site so he doesn't know where it's coming from. Also, you need to learn why your dog is barking. Is it play barking, alert barking, etc. Any constant barking is certainly annoying but it can be stopped if the proper techniques are used. My German Shepherd likes to bark at people walking by our house on the sidewalk. These are the same people he sees every day and he knows they aren't threatening to us or him. When he starts barking, I will distract him away from the window by calling him into another room or even out to the back yard. Because dogs live in the moment, he forgets about the people and now is interested in what I have for him. A treat, a toy, or just going outside. My puppy on the other hand, barks for two reasons. One: she wants to be with her 'pack' and two: she is play barking. Her bark is so high pitched and shrill that it goes right through our brains so when she starts yapping, I hold the leash close to her harness and force her to stay in one spot until she calms down. She calms herself and lays on the floor. I don't stop my Shepherd from barking when someone rings the doorbell or knocks on the front door. I want that person to know that there is a very large dog on the other side. However, after I see who it is and know it's alright to open the door, I make my dog back up and sit several feet away from the door just in case I want that person to enter. So, there are ways to manage barking and you have to decide what type of barking it is. For Suziehomemaker's dog I would take some time to train him to sit-stay several feet from the door where people come in. You can put a little mat down and that will be his 'spot' to go to when guests arrive. If you must leash him to that area then do it just so he isn't jumping on anyone. Important!! Praise your dog when he ISN'T barking. If you are consistent with this he will soon get the idea that he will be petted and praised for being quiet and ignored for barking. Remember that ANY attention from you for barking is welcomed by a dog even if it's negative. They don't care. If you work on this constantly and diligently, your dog will stop barking. If you are NOT consistent about this, he will quickly learn that you aren't serious. Barking, jumping, digging and chewing are all perfectly acceptable in a dog's world. This is what dogs do. When people 'humanize' dogs, we change the things that come natural to them and it's hard for them to understand but if we show them that we are the leaders and we BEHAVE as leaders, dogs respect us and will submit. Be a leader, not a follower. Report Spam or Abuse Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post By (Guest Post) (11/08/2005) my dog does not stop barking it iz a border collier it iz 16 month old and it barks and nothing and does not stop if eney 1 can help me if u can plz HELP Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post By CHELL (Guest Post) (06/13/2005) YOUR DOG MAY BE RESPONDING TO THE ATTENTION HE RECEIVES FROM YOU OR OTHERS. THE ATTENTION MAY BE NEGATIVE BUT HE DOESN'T KNOW YOUR ANNOYED AND IS IN FACT RECEIVING NEGATIVE REINFORCEMENT FOR HIS BEHAVIOR. YOU MAY NEED TO TRY MEDICATION FOR ANXIETY, THE VET CAN PRESCRIBE SOMETHING. IF THIS DOESN'T WORK PUTTING YOUR DOG IN THE KENNEL FOR THE HOURS YOU LISTED ISN'T TO LONG. SOME OWNERS KENNEL THEIR DOGS WHILE THEY ARE AT WORK ALL DAY. GOOD LUCK. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post By suzi homemaker (Guest Post) (06/03/2005) I have a dog that is 4 yrs old, part chihuahua, and he loves to bark. I have a home daycare and the same people come in and out and he barks and barks and barks. I have tried everything, the citronella collar, the loud pitch tone collar, a barker breaker box, squirt bottle, can w/coins, kenneling him, and we finally bought a shocker collar and guess what? He STILL barks!! He knows he's going to get a zing, but he'd rather bark. I cannot keep him confined because arrival time is 6:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. and pick up time is 2:30-5:30. I think that's too long to be confined. It is very aggravating for me and the parents. I am open to suggestions if anyone has any. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post By sue (Guest Post) (06/01/2005) Try a Citronella collar, we use it for incorrigible barkers and it works wonders. Its harmless, painless, and Vet approved. Also it does not scare the dog it ony startles them by introducing an unfamilar scent and interuppting the barking. Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post by kimmcg (189) | (05/29/2005) Contact We use a squirt bottle with water in it.. all we have to do now is go PSSSSSSSS! Report Spam or Abuse RE: Training a Dog to Stop Barking Post By sandy (Guest Post) (05/28/2005) be very careful. my trainer said not to do this. it can severly scare the dog because their hearing is so sensitive Report Spam or Abuse