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Incessant Barking: Part 1
from:What does it mean when a dog barks? The bark is the dog's word, and it can mean many things. Your dog barks when he is alerting you to an intruder, when he is afraid, when he is playful, and when he is bored. Barking is caused by the presence of stimuli such as strange people, dogs, sights or sounds, the owner's absence, or as an attention seeking mechanism.
The easiest way to control barking is to socialize your dog to make him comfortable around people, places and things and to instill in him a strong chew toy habit so that he is mentally and physically exercised and occupied. However, just as you would not attempt to completely silence a person, you should not try to completely stop your dog from barking. Your dog just needs to learn some basic bark control such as when to bark and for how long. Regardless of the reason for your dog barking, your goal is to properly socialize him, to teach him to focus on something other than barking, and to teach him to speak and be quiet on command so you can control when and for how long he barks.
Alarm Barker: Dogs who bark at the presence of intruders can be a valuable asset. It is very ironic that barking dogs are now such a problem in our society when it is also considered as an alarm. Actually, barking is believed to be one of the main reasons we domesticated dogs in the first place and one of the reasons we live with dogs today. Usually, it is not the barking that is a problem, just that the dog is a little too enthusiastic. Most people want their dogs to let them know when someone has stepped onto the property. Barking only becomes a problem if the dog does not settle afterwards.
Teach your dog to bark and be quiet on cue; thereby having an on/off switch. To implement this training, invite three friends to come over for a speak and shush party, and within half an hour you will have a well trained barker. Have your dog's treat on hand. Next, instruct your visitors to knock on the door and reward your dog by saying "thank you", followed by a treat when he barks. Your dog may look a bit shocked for a moment. After all, he is probably used to being yelled at when he barks. Then, to get him to be quiet, say "shush,' and waggle a piece of treat in front of his nose. Once he sniffs the food, he will be quiet and so give him the treat as a reward. Repeat this many times, and your dog will become increasingly aware of how much fun it is to speak on request and how rewarding it is to shush on request.
How To Help Your Dogs Storm Phobias
Many dogs that fear storm activity also fear other sharp percussive noises, such as gunfire, exploding balloons, or low frequency sounds from a sound system capable of rattling the windows Because storm noises originate outdoors, any attempts to simulate storm noises or other loud sounds should originate there These can be tested and used with a routine which involves a single hand clap, follo.....More on Dog Behaviour Training Free Puppy Training Article
Helping A Battered Dog Gain Confidence By Using Nonphysical Methods
A dog that has been over punished lacks self confidence Therefore, such dogs should be allowed to succeed This is fortunately a simple process with dogs They are dramatically quick to learn from people when taught by nonphysical methods Even a simple 3 part exercise, performed daily, can bring about a behavior change in a few days All that is needed is to crouch down, say "Rover, come," .....More on Dog Behaviour Training Free Puppy Training Article
The Psychotic Dog
A psychosis is defined as a mental disturbance of such degree that there is personality disintegration and loss of contact with reality The line between neurotic and psychotic behavior is not well defined, even by psychiatrists and psychologists Two prevailing criteria can be added to the definition of a neurotic dog to describe, for this purpose, a psychotic behavior These involve circumsta.....More on Dog Behaviour Training Free Puppy Training Article
Behavioral Problems Associated With Parasitic Disease
Some of the problem behaviors in dogs are a result of an infection from parasite These include internal parasites such as roundworm and tapeworm, flea infestation, ear mites, and Hypermetria Many dog owners are not aware that most parasite infection such as roundworm infestation is a condition that requires immediate veterinary attention The fact is that it is important for all puppies .....More on Dog Behaviour Training Free Puppy Training Article
Consistency and Persistence Pays Off When Training Your Dog
If the rules change from day to day, the dog becomes confused He needs to know how to consistently earn reward and avoid punishment or he will give up responding The good trainer is consistent and always uses the same command for the same behavior Most dog owners teach the dog that the command "down" means to be in a prone position Unfortunately, many dog owners use the same command to mea.....More on Dog Behaviour Training Free Puppy Training Article
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