Welcome to BarkingDog-4Less.com! Barking To really understand how to use the anti barking dog collars, it is important to understand why dogs bark. Dogs bark to communicate that they need or want something, and these needs can be many various things. Some examples are:

• They want to go outside or come in.
• They are hungry.
• Or, they just want to play.
• Dogs get bored, frustrated anxious and excited and will use barking to let customers know how they feel.

Some dogs were bred to bark for a specific purpose, such as hounds, guard dogs or some herding breeds Expecting a dog not to bark is like expecting birds not to fly.

Look for realistic limits and make sure the expectations are reasonable because some breed’s inherent need to bark will be much higher than others. Here are some helpful tips in what to look for and how to handle unnecessary barking.

• Dogs that are left outdoors tend to have more barking problems and require more contact and socialization. It takes some special effort on the owner's part to care for these needs.
• For dogs that are both inside and outside, increase play and exercise time. A well exercised dog will be more relaxed and will spend additional time resting.
• Take the dog out on errands Even a quick car ride offers the stimulation of a whole new world of smells and sights and will give the dog a mental workout.
• Be careful not to unwittingly reward barking behavior by yelling, which may appear to work but in reality is increasing the barking behavior.

Ignoring the barking and then rewarding the dog with play, praise and food, when quiet, is frequently more effective than yelling and the results will last longer. Unfortunately, this method requires a cast iron will, a good set of ear plugs and very understanding neighbors!

• Know the dog’s barking cues and avoid them. For example; bring the dog in the house or close the blinds when the children are getting off the school bus or confine the dog to the back of the house when the mail man usually arrives.

Just a little extra effort, attention and love can go a long way in reducing the dog’s need to bark.

 

 

 

 

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