{"id":145,"date":"2023-02-19T18:50:00","date_gmt":"2023-02-19T18:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dogtrainingisfun.com\/?p=145"},"modified":"2023-02-21T07:44:17","modified_gmt":"2023-02-21T07:44:17","slug":"control-dog-barking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/puppiesclub.com\/control-dog-barking\/","title":{"rendered":"6 Ways to Control Your Dog’s Barking Behavior"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Dogs are the most popular and beloved household pets across the world. Their unconditional love for humans and loyalty raise them to such high levels. People who have dogs as pets are incredibly lucky to have a loyal companion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, different problems can arise when living with dogs, mainly because of their high energy and excitement levels. One of these problems is a continuous dog barking, which can be annoying to the people who live around the dog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Instead of shipping the dog off or unfairly punishing it, there are better ways to deal with this behavior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Understand Why Dogs Bark<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Firstly, acknowledge that asking dogs not to bark is similar to asking toddlers not to explore. That is to say; it is futile and unfair to the dog. It will occasionally cry, especially if it gets exciting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, sometimes, the barking behavior can be excessive. To control the barking behavior, you first need to understand why it occurs.<\/p>\n\n\n

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1. Fear<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Although dogs are incredibly brave, they are not immune to being afraid of something or someone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is possible that your dog is scared of something and is barking in response to it. This can occur both in your home and outdoors, especially in unfamiliar settings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your dog has been put in a situation it has not faced before; it might react to some new stimulus in the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes, dogs get startled due to unfamiliar objects or people and other animals creeping upon them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Territory<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Another similar reason is to protect their territory. Dogs can be pretty territorial and even possessive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If they sense a threat to the area they consider theirs, they can bark loudly and for long periods until the risk, which could be people or animals, is removed. It is not uncommon for dogs to appear irritated and threatened when this happens.<\/p>\n\n\n

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3. Attention<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sometimes, all a dog needs are some loving. If you have not been paying attention because of your busy schedule, maybe that\u2019s why your dog is barking so much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It can bark more than usual if it is lonely or wants to play, go for a walk, or even ask for a treat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Loneliness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dogs can also become anxious after being separated from their owners or family. Symptoms like chasing their tails, running around in circles, and excessive pacing suggest that the dog might be going through a tough time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If your dogs are lonely and depressed, they likely bark so that they may hear their voice to feel better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Pain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One possible reason is pain. If you can\u2019t find a reason behind your dog\u2019s increased barking, check for injuries, especially if you have let it out on its own for long periods or if your dog is prone to get hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A light examination of its body might reveal any bruised or wounded spots. We suggest a visit to the veterinarian might be in order, especially if the issue is regarding ear or mouth infection or injury.<\/p>\n\n\n

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6. Old Age<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As much as we might hate it, like all other creatures, dog\u2019s age. This can mean several things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For instance, dogs can often face deafness in old age, which leads to them barking and creating more noise, and they won\u2019t even know that they have been barking so loud.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Diseases like Alzheimer\u2019s are unfortunately not limited to humans but also occur in dogs, which is one of the reasons why they might bark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Not to Do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before we delve into a list of things that you should try out if your dog is exhibiting excessive barking behaviors, we need first to clarify some things no dog owner should do to curb these behaviors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When you think of dogs barking too much, especially after the reasons listed above, think of them as children. It never does well to scream at children about what they are doing wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It might create self-esteem issues, depression, and rebellion in them, which only adds to the problem of barking.<\/p>\n\n\n

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