Train Your Dog To Stop Barking
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How to train your dog to stop barking
Many of the people who own dogs think that dogs bark in order to protect themselves as well as their owner. Barking may not only be an alarming signal, it can also be a symbol to express happiness, sadness as well as anger. When dogs bark too much, it can get a lot inconvenient not just for us but for others as well. Therefore, it is important that you train your dog to stop barking and bark only when it is required i.e. when something is wrong. If you get successful in controlling your dog’s bark, then he can prove to be a really helpful and loving member of the family.
First take a look at the reasons why dogs might bark:
In order to tell their feelings and needs
To grab the attention of the family members as well as other animals
To show a dominating attitude
When they are trapped and want to be free
When they want to play or are happy
When they are feeling lonely
When they are having bad dreams
When they are stressed out
When they are being bored
When they sense some trouble or see a stranger
What can you do to train your dog for not barking?
Being a dog owner, whatever dog training you are giving, it is really important for you to stay calm and adopt a positive attitude. When the dog is barking, don’t ever shout at him. If you think that giving a reward like a biscuit to your dog will make him quiet then you are wrong again. He might feel as if his barking is acceptable. By following these safe tips you can train your dog to stop barking in no time. Don’t even cuddle your dog when he is barking. It won’t make him stop instead he will make this a habit.
Here is what you need to do. Don’t leave your dog isolated. Keep him active so that he might feel lively. If you have observed that your dog barks when he sees you coming home from work, then it would be preferred to ignore him. This will help him to get used to your routine and help you to train your dog to stop barking.
If you feel that your dog is barking for no reason, then try to divert his attention. You can spray some water on him or make some noise by throwing coins in a tin. If that does not work then ignore him for some time so that he might sense that barking is not good. If it works and he gets to be quiet, then you can give a reward or cuddle him.
There are times when dogs bark when they see strangers in the house. You can introduce that stranger to the dog and try to show that he is friendly. They will comprehend that the stranger will not be harming anyone so there is no need to bark.
