Need Dog Training Tips Please!!!!!!!?

Question

My dog seemingly will bark at absolutely anything or nothing outside. I have tried using the bark reducer collars but it just simply wont work. I need another solution to this problem??????

Another thing my dog does is bark very loudly as well as growls when the doorbell is rung or front door is opened. Once again I have tried the collar but it just doesnt work. I was wondering if anyone could help me solve my everlasting barking problem.

Thankyou

Answer 1

hey, my dog used to be the same! when my dog used to bark i would say stop it now and give it a little tap on its back and then after a while they realise its bad to bark.

hope i helped. abbvie xx

Answer 2

You and your dogs speak different languages. Humane, interactive training gives dogs greater freedom and a better understanding of our world. Untrained dogs are often punished for their “improper” behavior. Be the one to train your dog—you are the one who will need to know how to communicate with him or her—but get help from a humane dog trainer if you run into problems. Compassion, clarity, and consistency are the most important elements of dog training. Training should not include any activity or device that endangers animals (e.g., electric shock collars) or puts undue stress on them. Good books on the subject include Click Here for a Well-Trained Dog by Deborah A. Jones, Ph.D.; The Power of Positive Dog Training by Pat Miller; and, for solving dog behavioral problems, If Only They Could Speak, Dogs Behaving Badly, and The Dog Who Loved Too Much, all by Nicholas Dodman. Praise. Everyone learns faster with encouragement—use toys, treats, and/or scratches under the chin—whatever your dog responds to best. Practice. Incorporate practice into your daily routine: Try a few exercises at feeding time; bring along some treats on your daily walks and practice sit, heel, and come; teach the meaning of a positive word like "OK" by saying it whenever it's time for a break. Patience. It is unreasonable to expect Rex to turn into a perfect gentleman overnight, so be patient. Keep training sessions short, interesting, and positive. If Rex starts to get bored and distracted after 10 minutes or you start to lose your temper, it's time for a recess.

Answer 3

Teach your dog the cue "quiet" (or word of your choice) when the dog starts to bark, wait for him to stop, then say quiet (in a strict tone) and if he stays quiet, mark (good boy, yes, whatever you say when he does the right thing) and reward him for it. Do this every time your dog barks unnecessarily and he will learn that when you say quiet it's something that you will reward him for.

Answer 4

don't use a prong/pinch/electric collars!

those HURT!!! why use training with fear?

well every time the doorbell rings or some is coming in the door.

have the dog sit like 5 feet away from the door, tell him to stay and then answer the door. make sure the dog can see who's coming in the door. if he gets up or starts barking, tell him to sit and stay and try it again

if he sits and is quiet give him a treat (try like chicken bites)

Answer 5

k..... i saw this on t.v. all u have to do is make loud noises and banging noises w/ pans or something.

whenever ur dog barks....and it will stop.i hope.... well it should...

u can either give it a stern look and say "no!"

or say"good dog!"

i suggest dat u give it a strong No!

but no hitting!.

den as u go on it should stop al2gether. as it gets better... u should start saying "good dog!"

wen u give it a NO, NEVER look directly into his/her eyes...she /he will dink u want to fight.

i hope it works.

Answer 6

Hey, i agree with James, positive reinforcement all the way!! Dont start hitting your dog because they dont learn that way, all they learn is to fear you and eventually start attacking because of anxiety. What you're looking for here is a way of altering his behaviour rather than training. I see "training" as sit, stay, come, lie down, etc. This is different however. There are many people who actually specialise in this area who can help you out.. dont know where you live but im sure you can find one, this is a curable thing but it will take time and lots of persistance and consistancy. This is a longshot but if you live in sydney, australia drop me an email. I can give you the name and number of an awesome dog behaviouralist who gave me a good start with my dog and who has done wonders for others.. And of course this person uses positive reinforcement and non punishment methods of training. Wherever you live im sure you can find someone like that! As you are most likely not someone who is experienced in dog psychology, it'll be hard for you to do it yourself but getting books or reading up might be a good start but i reckon actually getting someone who has some experience in this field to help you out and give you pointers would be awesome

Good Luck

Answer 7

u could use a clicker so everytime your dogs bark u could use the clicker and then give him/her a treat.hope it works.