How to Stop Dog Barking: Tips From a Professional Dog Trainer

Is your dog barking a lot? Solving the dog barking issue is a challenge many dog parents face. In today's video I go through some tips to help fix your dog's barking.
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Chapters
Intro: 00:00
Vet check: 00:03
Common reasons dog bark: 00:11
Do not practice unwanted behavior: 00:21
Examples of behavior management: 00:45
Teach dog incompatible behaviors: 01:06
Hey friends, I’m Terrie Hayward from Positive Animal Wellness, a professional dog trainer, dog behavior consultant, and educator. I make videos that help you learn how to train your dog successfully using positive reinforcement. My goal is to help set you and your dog up for training success!
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[@jennierussell1781]

I am at the end of my tether with my 2yr 10mth old Cocker. She is perfect in so many ways, but there are occasions when I can not stop her barking. Examples are, if we are out for a walk, whether a long country walk off lead or a city walk on lead, if we try to stop at a cafe or pub for a drink, she will bark furiously at us and will not stop. We have tried ignoring her, (it gets worse) rewarding her if she stops barking for a minute, all to no avail. In addition, if she has been off lead for a long walk, again she will bark furiously when we put her back on the lead. It is really affecting our relationship with her.

[@TerrieHayward]

Hi @jennierussell1781, thanks for your comment. Ignoring as a unique intervention isn't recommended as it (as you have seen) promotes frustration. The key is to (separately) teach her some alternative behaviors--first in a quiet, calm, easy location. Then transfer to more challenging scenarios. Too, you should speak with your vet to rule out any possible underlying issues (including anxiety). I'd be glad to set up a time to chat further! positiveanimalwellness.com/virtual-dog-training/

[@carolmeyer4186]

How do you stop your long haired male daushaund from barking at your husband? His is seven years old a rescue. He was a breeder that lived in a cage. We think he was abused by a male. He does not like my husband and always barks at him when he see him. We have had 😊Winston since November of 2023 and he has not changed. Any ideas on this situation? 😊

[@TerrieHayward]

Hi @carolmeyer4186, First, have you spoken with your vet (or a vet who specializes in behavior) about the situation? It may be rooted in anxiety where a combo of meds PLUS training may help. In terms of the training piece we use desensitization and counter conditioning to change your pup's response. For now, when you know your husband is coming (ask him to text ahead), start feeding something really high value (cheese for example on a licki mat). The goal is to avoid your pup practicing the unwanted behavior further and to change the association with your husband. I'd be glad to help: positiveanimalwellness.com/virtual-dog-training/