A dog can bark, this is its primary means of communication, but it should not be excessive and repetitive.
In order for him to stop barking, we must find the origin of this behavior.
Depending on the time, place, but also its age, different things can explain your dog's barking.
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Barking in dogs is natural.
In contrast, a dog who barks excessively, for anything and everything, is a dog who feels bad.
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There are five main types of barking:
He says hello to you
: as soon as you return home, your dog can express his joy at finding you by barking.
His barking tends more towards the treble than the bass: this reflects excitement and happiness.
It attracts your attention
: this type of barking is very similar to the first one, but this time the dog begins to bark for a long time.
He is trying to get your attention, he may be hungry or wants to go out to relieve himself.
It warns you of a danger
: when your dog's barks are successive and repetitive, it is because your animal wants to warn you of a danger.
These barks also make it possible to threaten the "danger" in question in order to prevent it from approaching.
He heard another dog bark
: Sometimes your dog may instinctively start barking when he hears
another dog
.
The bark is short: it's just a reflex, it's his only way to signal his presence.
He is in distress
: If your dog's barking is long and plaintive, it may indicate discomfort or physical pain.
It is important to pay attention to it as soon as possible.
How to stop your dog from barking?
To put an end to barking, there are several solutions that must be adapted depending on the reasons that push your dog to adopt this behavior.
Socialize your dog
: familiarize your dog with the presence of others, by inviting friends with their pets to your home for example.
Also introduce him to everyday noises, such as cars, traffic or even construction, so that he does not develop any fear or anxiety, and does not bark instinctively for nothing.
Playing with him
: a dog may start barking out of boredom.
You should not neglect your time spent with him.
Set up daily walks and games.
During these times, allowing your dog to bark is natural, he is happy and excited.
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Teach him to bark at the right time
: As he learns to obey commands to "sit" or "lie", your dog can learn not to bark.
When your dog barks for no apparent reason, say the word "silence", reward your dog as soon as he stops barking to show him that you expect him to do this.
Remember to continue to reward stopping barking for a while longer.
The anti-bark
collar: this collar measures the decibels emitted by your dog when he barks, and above a certain volume, will send a spray of air, odorous product or a small electric shock.
This system will distract your dog, who will immediately stop barking.
Be careful, however, not to abuse this system.
Indeed, some dogs are traumatized and no longer dare to bark at all.
Get help from a dog trainer:
sometimes, only the help of a dog trainer (or animal professional) will allow you to find concrete solutions.
The rehabilitation of your dog will allow you in the medium or long term to reduce this bad habit.
