Training Your Dog To Stop Excessive Barking
Barking is natural behavior of dogs, its their way commnunicating. But when dogs bark in a excessive way it can be disturbance not just for you but also the people around you. This dog behavior can be threatening for others, since dog that barks and growls and shows his teeth means they getting ready to bite. We can't remove this barking thing, but there are things that we can do reduce it.
Mostly dog bark because of lack attention and exercise. Dogs also get bored and stressed, they need lots of attention because they don't know how to behave when alone. Regular activities like playing, take them for a walk or hike. Since its their way communication, they might try to tell you something. If they hungry, thirsty or maybe they want to go out or enter the door. Consider giving them a dog door. When you heard your dog barking do not squirt water up his nose, hurt them or threaten them. Don't yell at them since the dog thinks you are barking too. Do not try to shout over the barking, this can cause more problems.
When training your dog use a positive reinforcement by saying something good and giving them treats, this will help them how to be quieted on command as well. The training really takes some time, its important to be patience. Also consider purchasing an anti bark collar which is effective and not cruel. If your dog's excessive barking has already become a habit, don't expect the barking to get under control overnight. If all else fails, consult a veterinary behaviorist or a pet behaviorist for additional suggestions.
