There are some occasions where it is expected or possibly even helpful for your dog to bark, such as an uninvited intruder in your home. However, a dog's bark can quickly change from being helpful to just being stressful or bothersome. Especially troublesome for owners who live in an apartment or condominium building and have been the unfortunate recipient of neighbor complaints.

Fortunately, it isn't too hard to get a dog to stop barking with proper training.

Most people don't realize that often dogs bark more when they have a lot of energy and are bored. Dogs need daily exercise - to be walked or played with. Even negative attention is better for some dogs than being continuously ignored, and barking gets people's attention quickly. Ensuring that your dog has been properly exercised is a good first step toward stopping their unfortunate barking problems.

This first technique owners will want to try in training your dog not to bark: immediately address the dog when he is inappropriately barking by going to your dog, tapping it on the nose, and saying "no" in a "I mean business" tone of voice, then immediately leave the dog or continue with your walk and not playing with the dog after punishment. Another tactic is similar to this by immediately addressing the dog, but don't say anything, simply spray a bit of water on the dog - this may have to be repeated before the dog gets the point. Behavior training is always helpful when owning a dog and this issue can be addressed in class.

Anti-barking products can also help break your dog of their bad barking habits. Electronic collars, citronella collars, sound-emitting collars, remote sound-emitters, medication, muzzles, and debarking surgery might all be appropriate, depending on the situation. These items, except for surgery, can be used temporarily while training is still in the process. Finally, you might pursue professional help - many trainers and kennels offer late night training sessions, which would let the owner and pet both come to understand how to solve the problem.

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