Dog BarkingI suppose what we all want to know is why they do it and how we can stop them doing it. One of the things that sets dogs apart from other pets is their ability to bark as a means of communication. Though they bark for a variety of reasons. As a true pet lover, for you to fully understand your dog, you must understand the reason behind each bark. It is also a great way to build a healthy and lasting relationship with your dog. Why Dogs Bark * As a warning call when they want to alert people to the presence of danger or any suspicious strangers. Warning barks are what most dog owners want. These kinds of barks usually start out as quiet and low but noticeable growls that escalate to a howling bark.
* There are times when dogs feel lonely especially when left alone. They will bark in order to get your attention. Attention-seeking dog barking are usually persistent yaps that turn into howls and are hard to ignore. Puppies are the ones that commonly use this type of bark. * Sometimes you may notice that the dogs in your neighbourhood are all barking and may seem to be responding to one another. These dogs are displaying self-identification barks. This is their way to identify their selves to others and to let other dogs know of their presence. * At times, dogs get bored and barking can sometimes be the only outlet of their energy and one way to create a more stimulating and exciting environment for themselves. * Dogs that are experiencing separation anxiety will most likely to give anxious or lonely barks. These kinds of barks are usually high in pitch and are very annoying. * When dogs are startled such as in cases wherein they hear abrupt sounds or see sudden movements, their initial response would be to bark. Startle barking is usually very short and disappears once the stimulus is gone. How Dog Barking Can Be Stopped In most cases dog barking can be controlled. As a dog owner, you need to be very patient in teaching your dog some behaviour modification techniques. The best approach is to first understand the reasons why your dog barks and modify the causes. For sure once the causes have been changed, the dog will stop barking. If the barking still continues, you may need to use other techniques such as using positive training methods, seeking professional advice, and using mechanical devices such as bark collars. Commonly used positive training methods are repeated exposure, distraction, and reshaping so the problem can often be solved with proper knowledge, right approach, and great determination. Related Articles
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