How to Stop Excessive Barking
A bee only buzzes, an elephant just trumpets, but a dog growls,
howls, whines and also barks. It is pretty unjust to think that a dog
can be silenced completely. It is like asking a human being to remain
totally quiet and not utter one single word. Just like everything else
though, even barking should have its limits as it will also keep the
neighbours happy. Do not leave your dog isolated
 Dogs who are
bored, left in isolation, scared or even out of contact with other dogs
over a prolonged period of time tend to let out their vent up
frustrations and energy. Dogs that are generally left isolated
throughout the day tend to make barking a habit, as there is no one
there to supervise them. Dog owners should try and alienate the dog from
such factors, as this will prove beneficial for both the master and the
dog in the long run. Attention drawing At times, even the dog
owners contribute to encouraging the dog to bark more than is required.
Some dogs have this habit of letting out a bark or two just to draw the
attention of its owner. This could be when your pet wants a little snack
or wants the door to be opened or even if it wants you to run your
fingers through its back. When this happens, the dog automatically takes
it for granted that it will always get your interest when it barks. For
this reason, it is very vital to not overlook the acclaim your dog
deserves when it is not barking. Understanding The first
thing to do in order to acquire some calm is to find out the reason for
excessive barking and try and lighten up the matter. A fit, well-trained
and healthy dog is more likely to be content with life and will
invariably spend most of its time sleeping when left alone. This is why
it is essential that a dog is properly trained to listen to commands.
When a dog is being taught something new, it needs to think and this
process tires the dog out. A common misconception is that dogs do not
enjoy listening to commands. In fact, this excites them and even more so
if the training process is interesting.
 The need for socializing
A dog that spends maximum amount of time in the backyard may be
physically fit but it may be in need for some socializing. The sights
and aromas on the other side of the fence, which have intrigued the dog
for so long, need to be explored and checked out. The dog should also be
brought into the house and be made to feel a part of the family. This
gives an immense boost to the security of the dog and it feels that it
is in a safe pair of hands. Owning a large backyard does not mean that
your dog is getting enough physical workout. Chew toys are very good
means of keeping the dog occupied and also giving its jaws some
necessary exercise. Encourage with rewards
As mentioned earlier, it is very essential to reward a dog for not
barking. Likewise, it is also very essential to give your dog a scolding
if it does not listen when told to stop barking. The timing of the
scolding is very significant. If a booming command does not help shut up
your dog, then a cold, sarcastic tone should bring forth the desired
results. Otherwise, dogs are very lovable and loyal creatures and not
tough to handle if trained properly.
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