Dog barking is a common problem among dog owners. But before you
try to stop dog from barking, you must first find out the reason why
your dog barks. It is impossible to completely stop a dog from barking
but there should be a certain level where you determine if barking is
too excessive. Barking is a way for a dog to communicate. If you do not
hear your dog barks, then there may be something wrong with him.
There are many reasons why a dog barks, such as, if the dog is hungry and asking for food, if he sees some strangers, if he wants to go to the toilet, if he is frightened, or worst if the dog is in pain. You must not stop your dog from barking if you do not understand what he wants. You must understand his body language while he is barking and how excessive his barking is. Normal barking is just fine. Through this understanding you can have a good communications with your dog. Once you have isolated the issue on why he is barking, you can start your own dog training to stop your dog barking problem.
The dog should learn some words associated with your training. You can use words like "Stop Barking" or "Quiet". When he is barking excessively, you must get his attention and focus on something else while showing him the treat. Say the words "Stop Barking" and give him the treat. This will move his attention to the treat and eventually he stops barking. Repeat the same procedure until he associates the words and the treat with stop barking. When he stops, praise him and focus his attention to other things or giving him a chew toy.
Another way to stop dog barking is to use a leash method. The dog must be aware of your movement. A way to do this is by firm tug of the leash downwards while saying the words "Stop Barking". Repeat this several times and be consistent. Say the words only once per tug so as not to make it monotonous to the point that he ignores what you are saying. But do not forget, for every time he follows your command, you must give him a treat and praise.
There are many reasons why a dog barks, such as, if the dog is hungry and asking for food, if he sees some strangers, if he wants to go to the toilet, if he is frightened, or worst if the dog is in pain. You must not stop your dog from barking if you do not understand what he wants. You must understand his body language while he is barking and how excessive his barking is. Normal barking is just fine. Through this understanding you can have a good communications with your dog. Once you have isolated the issue on why he is barking, you can start your own dog training to stop your dog barking problem.
The dog should learn some words associated with your training. You can use words like "Stop Barking" or "Quiet". When he is barking excessively, you must get his attention and focus on something else while showing him the treat. Say the words "Stop Barking" and give him the treat. This will move his attention to the treat and eventually he stops barking. Repeat the same procedure until he associates the words and the treat with stop barking. When he stops, praise him and focus his attention to other things or giving him a chew toy.
Another way to stop dog barking is to use a leash method. The dog must be aware of your movement. A way to do this is by firm tug of the leash downwards while saying the words "Stop Barking". Repeat this several times and be consistent. Say the words only once per tug so as not to make it monotonous to the point that he ignores what you are saying. But do not forget, for every time he follows your command, you must give him a treat and praise.
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