A dog is a loyal friend and pet that can bring a lot of joy to its owner.
However, sometimes a dog can cause irritation and conflicts if it constantly barks for no apparent reason. Why does a dog bark in an apartment or on the street and how to deal with it?
Reasons why a dog barks
Dog barking is a method of communication available to pets with others. Dogs can bark for many reasons, including:
- Express your emotions such as joy, fear, anger, defense, play or greeting;
- To attract the attention of the owner or other people or animals;
- Mark your territory or warn about violation of its boundaries;
- React to stimuli such as noise, light, smell, or movement;
- To be bored, to suffer from loneliness, stress or illness.
Ways to Stop Dog Barking
In order to deal with the problem of dog barking, you need to find out the cause and eliminate it. Here are some tips that can help with this.
Provide your dog with sufficient physical and psychological comfort, such as regular walks, games, activities, treats, affection and attention;
Train your dog to use the commands “quiet” and “voice” to help control its barking when given a signal by the owner.
Use positive reinforcement when your dog stops barking, such as praise, a treat, or a toy.
Avoid punishment, yelling or threats, which may escalate the situation and cause fear or aggression in the dog.
Use special means, such as anti-bark collars that make a sound or vibration when the dog barks, use sprays that create an unpleasant odor for the dog when it barks.
Contact a veterinarian or dog trainer if your dog's barking is related to an illness, behavioral disorder, or requires professional correction.
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