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Excessive Dog BarkingExcessive dog barking can be a nuisance both to you and your neighbor. Stop dog barking by positive reinforcement and in a humane way.
It is natural that dogs bark, but if our dog barks incessantly, it becomes a problem. Some breeds of dogs tend to bark more than other breeds. For example, herding breeds
such as Shelties, Border Collies, and Welsh Corgis, were bred to use their voices to control their flocks. Terrier breeds were originally bred to hunt small rodents and
they tend to be barky due to generations of prey pursuit and hunting. Small breeds such as toy poodles are also notorious for their excessive barking.
Problem dog barking comes in a variety of forms, each with its own triggers and solutions. However, whatever the cause of your dog barking may be, do not yell "Shut up!"
at him. Your dog will not listen and, more often than not, he will become even more excited as he may mistake your yelling and shouting as some form of
"human barking" - a response to his barking!
Different dogs bark for different reasons. Therefore, to effectively stop excessive dog barking, first you need to identify the particular reason or trigger that most
frequently causes your dog to bark. Once the reason or trigger has been identified, then you can apply the most suitable solution to stop the barking.
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Possible Reasons for Excessive Dog BarkingThere are many reasons for excessive dog barking, the most common ones are: Boredom Barking Perhaps the most common cause of excessive dog barking is boredom. Dogs that are left alone all day tend to be incessant barkers. They tend to bark in a monotonous tone, and can keep going for hours. If the dog is kept outdoor, he will bark even more frequently as he will bark at anything that comes within his sight. Solutions
Play/Excitement Barking Some dogs tend to bark when they get too excited while playing. Herding dogs often fall into this category of incessant barkers. They will run around the edges of the game, barking loudly trying to control anyone or anything that moves. Solutions
Alarm Barking Sometimes a dog barks because he thinks something is seriously wrong and he barks to alert the owner. Usually, the bark has a tone of urgency or ferocity that is absent in most other barks. Solutions
Greeting Barking 
Most dogs are happy and excited when "daddy's home". Sometimes they greet daddy by barking and jumping up. This type of behavior should not be allowed to turn into a habit.
Sometimes, some dog parents unknowingly train their dogs to bark when they come home by showing too much attention to the dog!
Solutions
Demand Barking This type of excessive dog barking can be very annoying, because it is just like a spoilt child whining, "I want it - now!" When a dog wants something, usually his bark starts as a low grumble or soft "woof", but if he is allowed to continue, it will turn into a full-scale bark. Therefore, whether the dog is barking for treats, play, or attention, demand barking should not be tolerated. Solutions
Anxiety/Lonely Barking When dogs bark when they are alone, it may be because they are suffering from separation anxiety. Usually, the barking is accompanied by such destructive behaviors as chewing furniture, digging holes, trying to escape confinement, and/or house soiling. To stop excessive dog barking resulting from separation anxiety, we have to modify the entire anxiety complex. Solutions
Excessive Dog Barking - Positive Interrupt
Possible Interrupt is a trained behavior that allows you to interrupt your dog's undesirable action (e.g. barking) and re-direct his attention back to you. Constant and
persistent training and reinforcement is necessary to program a positive interrupt.
Here are the steps you can take:
Stopping Excessive Dog Barking by Corrective CollarsThere are numerous corrective collars on the market for stopping excessive dog barking. Some collars give the dog a mild electric shock every time he barks. Some other collars give out an irritating ultrasonic sound when the dog barks. These collars are not only inhumane, but also can sometimes make matters worse. For example, if a dog barks due to anxiety, getting an electric shock every time he barks will only make him more anxious and stressed. If you really have to resort to using a corrective collar on your dog because, say, you are getting complaints from your neighbors and you need to stop him from barking during the day when you are at work, try one that is at least humane. There is a corrective collar called Gentle Spray Bark CollarRelated Topic Dog Behavioral Problems References N. Kerns, The Whold Dog Journal Handbook of Dog and Puppy Care and Training (The Lyons Press, 2008). PetEducation.com TOP of Excessive Dog Barking |
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