Pet Care
Your dog and.....Barking
Most owners welcome the security a barking dog brings to the home.
Most owners welcome the security a barking dog brings to the home. A barking dog highlights the fact a visitor has arrived, welcome or unwelcome.
However, some dogs can get into a habit of barking continually and can cause a nuisance and upset neighbours.
There are a couple of ways to control this behaviour.
- Each time your dog barks at a visitor, praise him for telling you and then instruct him to be quiet.
- When he has calmed down and stopped barking, reward him with a small titbit.
- If your pet then loses concentration and barks again, raise your voice to strengthen your command.
- Praise him once again when he stops barking.
- Remember – always be consistent! Never tell your dog off for barking, but praise him when obeying your instruction to be quiet.
- It is also a good idea to make receiving visitor’s a pleasurable experience and not a threat.