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Barking Problems

Q. How can I control my dog's barking? He often barks for no reason, and I have elderly neighbours whom I don't want to scare.

Barking can be a huge problem for dog owners and their neighbours and may lead to prosecution under noise abatement legislation.

Solution

Do not shout – your dog will think you are joining in.

Better to use an interruption such as, a spray of water, ‘Pet Corrector’ or an anti-barking collar.

Teaching your dog to bark on command can be a helpful way to control this behaviour.

Try not to give into your dog – do not give him attention or respond when he barks.

Reward him when he is quiet.

For dogs that bark at a given stimulus, frequent, low level exposure to that stimulus can make it less exciting and therefore the dog less reactive.

Dogs that bark when left home alone may be suffering from separation anxiety. Contact a reputable behaviour specialist to discuss this.

By The Vets at Pet-Supermarket (Professional Advisor)

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