Stop Dog Barking The Right Way
Barking dogs... it's so annoying when they go on and on and their owners seem oblivious to the problem. If you're reading this you are an engaged owner and I applaud you for wanting to train your dog correctly. First of all, all dogs bark, that is with the exception of the Basenji, the only dog that doesn't bark at all. You can't stop dog barking completely, but you can train them to bark when necessary. However, before you can do anything you need to understand why dogs bark and which types of barking you can control.
Reasons for Barking
Dogs bark for a lot of reasons, they're scared, angry, excited. Take a look at this list of reasons why your dog might be barking:
1. Territorial Barking
2. Alarm Barking
3. Attention Seeking Barking
4. Greeting Barking
5. Frustration Barking
6. Compulsive Barking
7. Injury or Illness Related Barking
Just beware that barking is a major part of who a dog is. No matter how you try to inhibit their behavior you will still have some barking.
How to Stop Dog Barking
When you hear your Labrador start barking and he refuses to stop, determine if the behavior has foundation. Is there a justified reason for his barking? Most of the time barking can be controlled. If the barking continues for no reason, ask yourself these 3 questions:
When does your dog bark?
What is your dog barking at?
Does your dog have a specific trigger?
If your dog is territorial and it's barking to protect it, yelling at your dog to stop can bring on bigger issues. In fact to do this you are negatively reinforcing his territorial barking and that can lead to biting or aggression in other forms. Your dog simply doesn't understand why you would be yelling at them and even when you stop the barking the territorial issues have not gone away.
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