The bark of a dog is its way of communicating.If you're trying to keep your dog quiet, think again.It's not unreasonable to expect a dog to never bark.Taking a few simple actions can eliminate nuisance barking.If you want to improve your relationship with your dog, you should remove rewards for barking and training him to stop barking at your commands.
Step 1: When your dog barks, watch it.
Dogs have a wide variety of barks, and they are usually triggered by specific situations.The barking behavior may be caused by something.There are many reasons for dogs to bark.Dogs may bark when frightened.Regardless of where they are, nervous dogs bark at any sight or sound.Territorial protection is provided.Dogs protect their territory.This could be any place that your dog associates with you: your house, yard, car, or even your personal space around you.If you take your dog on the same walk every day, he's likely to consider everything along that route as his territory.Many dogs will bark.The barks may be short and focused.This is common if you reward the behavior by barking.A greeting.The dogs are saying hello.They may bark at animals.They may bark to get some playtime.There is anxiety.Dogs can bark due to separation anxiety.These dogs will bark when they are left on their own.Frustration.When they're frustrated, dogs may bark.If your dog is tied up, can't get at his favorite toy, or wants to go and play with the dog next door, he may bark to signal that he's frustrated.A dog can bark if he's bored.
Step 2: You can read your dog's body language.
The bark indicates your dog's emotional state.Your dog's body language can provide clues as to how he feels.If your dog is afraid, she may bark.You can help quiet your dog by knowing what's behind the barking.Some signs of your dog's moods are Afraid.Dogs make themselves smaller to appear less threatening when they are afraid.They flatten their ears while hunching over.They may yawn or lick their lips to comfort themselves.Happy.The muscles of dogs are relaxed when they are happy.They may look like they're smiling.They may be panting.Their ears and tail are in their natural positions, and they can wag from side to side or in a circular movement.There is an alert.If they see something that could be a threat, the dogs go on the alert.Their eyes are focused on whatever they're looking at.Their tails are usually still even if they are upright or over the back.The hackles may be raised.It was very playful.Dogs are playing all over the place.They're bouncy and energetic.They can jump, run, or bow to invite you to play.Dogs that are playing may look like they are smiling.It was dominant.The assertive body language of dogs that feel confident in the interaction.They are very tall and appear tense.Their tails are upright.They might make eye contact.It was aggressive.Dogs who are aggressive about the situation make themselves look bigger by raising their tails and holding their heads high.They may lunge or be ready to pounce.Sometimes they pucker their lips forward to show their teeth.Aggressive dogs that are defensive combine fearful and confident body language.
Step 3: Listen to the bark of your dog.
It is possible to tell a lot about a bark by how it sounds.Humans are pretty good at figuring out the overall emotion behind dog barks.Happy barks are loud.Other noises, such as whines and growls, may also be included in a greeting.Barks are often short and focused.Lower-pitched barks are usually a sign of a fear or alarm.Separation anxiety sounds are loud.They are gloomy and miserable.A barking monotone is Compulsive barking.It is often accompanied by movement that is repetitive.
Step 4: Don't say anything to the dog or give a hand gesture.
The reactions reward the dog and are to be avoided.Shouting is not effective.Ignore any barking.It's counter-effective to tell the dog to be quiet.It is possible to startle your dog out of barking with a spray bottle full of water.Some dogs see this as a game, so you'll have to decide if it works for them.
Step 5: Reward for barking.
Rewarding your dog for bad behavior will only make it worse.If your dog barks at you to get attention and you respond by giving him attention, you've just rewarded him for the action you want to take.Don't pay attention to your dog when he barks.In order to avoid confusing your dog, it's important that you don't pay him any attention when he demands it.Don't reward your dog with glances, pets, or talking.Turn your back to him if you can.This will tell you that you don't like it.The dog will quiet down eventually.Praise your dog and give him treats when he stops barking.He must stay quiet for longer periods of time before you reward him.
Step 6: Close your dog's mouth.
It is helpful to close your dog's mouth when she barks if she is not a nipper.You don't approve of the dog's behavior.The halters and leashes allow you to gently pull the mouth closed while you walk.
Step 7: Control the environment.
Remove your dog from things that cause barking.If your dog barks, close the blinds or curtains.If your dog barks at guests, put her in a room.Territorial barking can be addressed by changing what your dog can see.A wooden fence or covering your windows with opaque film will help a territorial dog quiet down.If your dog starts barking, play a white noise machine or leave a fan running.The noises your dog hears can distract her.
Step 8: Socialize with your dog.
If your dog barks whenever she sees other dogs or people, she may not get enough exercise.Good behavior can be modeled at the dog park, on walks, and when interacting with people.Territorial dogs don't have to bark in order to protect their territory.You can take your dog to a day care where she can play with other dogs.
Step 9: Don't let your dog run.
Sometimes dogs bark because they're bored.Your dog may bark if he doesn't get enough exercise.Provide your dog with a lot of exercise and playtime.Make sure your dog has lots of toys.Puzzle games that involve food or treats are a good way to keep your dog happy.
Step 10: Your dog should be able to greet people in other ways.
Happy dogs may bark.The barking problem will be cut down if you teach your dog other ways to greet them.If you want visitors to come to your home, teach your dog to go to a specific spot and wait.As you come in the door, get her to sit and stay.Praise and treat her.When people come over, your dog can be trained to find a toy near the door.He is less likely to bark when he has a toy in his mouth.Before allowing others to pet your dog, train him to sit quietly.The risk of being hurt by an excited dog will be reduced by this.If you acknowledge your dog, don't reward greeting barks.Wait until she's quieted down before greeting her and giving her pets or treats.
Step 11: Talk to your dog in other ways.
Dogs bark to communicate their needs.If you can teach your dog to alert you in other ways, he won't have to bark for everything.Ring a bell whenever you take your dog outside.Train your dog to ring the bell when he wants to go outside.Before you fill it, bang the water dish or food dish.When your dog is thirsty or hungry, he can bang or paw his dish.
Step 12: It's important to desensitize your dog.
It is possible to desensitizing your dog to something that is causing her barking.Start by far away enough that your dog won't bark at first.If your dog barks at a neighbor's dog, ask if they will help you.When you are near your dog, move the stimulation a little bit.Give her treats if she stays quiet.Feed your dog some treats as theStimulus approaches.The treats should be stopped if she barks.You should stop feeding your dog treats.Start smallIf anyone makes your dog bark, increase the time spent around them.Your dog will become more comfortable as you practice.Be patient.It takes time, practice, and consistency to learn a new behavior.
Step 13: Don't pet your dog.
Giving your dog something else to focus on can help curb problem barking.If you distract the dog, give him something to do, such as fetch or perform a command.A noisemaker or whistle can be used to break your dog's concentration when he barks.The noisemaker is used when the dog barks.The dog will be interrupted.You can make a physical noise by clapping or snapping your fingers.Your dog will think you're yelling at him, so don't yell or shout.When you have your dog's attention, ask him to do something that isn't compatible with barking.He could be asked to fetch a toy, go to his crate, or perform a trick.
Step 14: Go to a quiet room with your dog.
Quiet rooms are the best for training.Your dog will learn new commands with your full attention.
Step 15: To use a command, choose one.
Short words that are easy to understand are helpful.You can make a fist or put your finger to your lips to reinforce the command.Every time, use the command and gesture.
Step 16: Start barking.
You need to teach your dog how to be quiet by getting her to bark.Someone could ring the doorbell or you could play a toy for her.The dog can bark two or three times.Make a gesture to surprise the dog.
Step 17: After the dog is quiet, give the command.
You don't give a command while the dog is barking.While he is quiet, you give a food reward and then give your "Quiet" command.Rewarding the dog until it is quiet is a bad idea.While you repeat the quiet command, you can gently close your dog's mouth.
Step 18: Continue practicing.
When your dog can be quiet, use the quiet command.It can take some time for your dog to learn new behaviors, so be patient and be consistent!Pause and praise her when she stops.Encourage the silence and give her treats.