| Have you tossed and turned in bed at night because the sound of
a barking dog is keeping you awake? How about the dog that barks
off and on throughout the night? Just when things have quieted
down and you have finally fallen asleep, you are jolted awake
because your neighbor's dog has wound back up and started her
barking, again. Individuals who live next to a "barker" may find
their nerves at the breaking point, especially if the dog barks
around the clock.
The yipping can grate on your nerves to the point where you are
grinding your teeth and plotting ways to get rid of your
neighbor's dog. Visions of a full nights sleep or a peaceful
backyard cookout dance in your head, yet your daydreams are
interrupted (yet again) when "Fluffy"decides it's time to start
her barking back up. What can possibly be worse than this? Well,
being the owner of this noisy canine is far worse.
Dog owners, who have a pooch that is constantly barking, are
very much aware that their neighbors are upset. They are used to
seeing their neighbors with bloodshot eyes and unfriendly
expressions. Many of these dog owners may even have "run ins"
with their neighbors over the annoying behavior of their dog.
Others may have received citations or fines for being in breech
of some noise ordinances in their town or neighborhood. What is
a dog owner to do when they have a dog that has annoying (or
down right disturbing) barking tendencies? They love their pet,
yet they know their pet's barking is out of control. They also
know their pet is tearing down their standing in the
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The first step is to try to uncover the reason behind the
continual barking. If you have had your dog for years and she
has never displayed a tendency for barking before, you should
have her evaluated at the vet's office. Older dogs may start
barking if they are experiencing changes in their body. A dog
that is suddenly losing her hearing or sight may be frightened.
She may simply be trying to tell you that something is wrong
with her. Older dogs who are experiencing arthritis--or other
disease or disorder- may also start barking.
Countless barkers are simply having separation anxiety. The
signs of separation anxiety in a dog can include these symptoms:
Your inside dog is your shadow. She follows you from room to
room and doesn't seem to have "interests" that do not include
you. Your inside or outside dog is aware when you are preparing
to leave-and she becomes mournful or agitated. She may also do
things for your attention and act excited in an attempt to get
you to take her along. Your inside or outside dog barks nonstop
when you are away. (You can have a neighbor monitor your dog's
behavior or set up a video or tape recorder.) Your dog greets
you with much enthusiasm, jumping . . . or even a weak bladder.
Inside dogs do not like being placed outside and will stand at
the door and bark to get back inside. Outside dogs will bark
nonstop when you are away from home. They will also bark when
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The last thing that dogs with separation anxiety need is
punishment. They simply do not understand what they are being
disciplined for. The best thing you can do is to teach your dog
that she is going to be all-right while you are away. You can do
this by going through the "motions" of leaving your home without
actually doing so. This means you can put on your coat, gather
your things, and pretend that you are leaving. Then don't.
Repeat this, but next time go outside for a few minutes and then
return. As you repeat this process, stay outside for a few
minutes longer. This will gradually work up the amount of time
your dog is alone and she realizes that she is going to be okay.
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You can do this with an outside dog, too. Simply go outside like
you are preparing to leave. Open your car door. Stand there a
few minutes, then shut your car door and go back inside. Next
time, go back outside and sit in your car for a few moments.
Extend the amount of time you are in your car. You can work this
up to driving down the block, then around the block twice, etc.
You can have a neighbor or family member secretly monitor how
long your dog stays quiet.
One of the important things to remember when you have a dog with
separation anxiety barking is to make your arrivals and
departures very low key. Do not overly greet them, or sadly tell
them good-bye. This will only aggravate them. While some
individuals would never dream of leaving home without telling
their pets good-bye, it usually only upsets a dog with
separation anxiety disorder.
Another thing you can do if you have an outside dog with
separation anxiety is to evaluate if they are being socially
neglected. Most dogs have a pack mentality, and they need to
feel as if they belong. Make sure you are spending adequate time
with your dog. Ensure that her area is full of toys and
playthings that will keep her entertained while you are away.
There are many families who found their dog quieted once they
got her a playmate. If this does not help, there are anxiety
medications which you can get from your vet. These will usually
keep your dog calm and relaxed while you are away.
If your dog has been checked by a vet and she is healthy, and if
you are certain your dog does not have separation anxiety . . .
you may just have a dog with a major "quirk." After you try the
many techniques to get your dog not to bark, you may have to try
a new approach. This can include squirting them with a water
hose/water bottle or placing a barking collar on them.
There are some pet owners who assume that all barking collars
are "shock collars." This is not true. There is a bark collar
which will squirt liquid on your dog when she barks. If you know
your dog will hush when she is squirted with a hose, this collar
can work for you while you are away, or at night. Check out the
various barking collars on the market and find one you are
comfortable with. But, keep in mind that there are some canines
who will bark, despite the barking collar they are wearing.
As a last resort some dog owners (who find there is nothing to
keep their dog from barking) will sometimes have their dog's
"bark" removed. This concept is quite shocking to a dog owner
who has never experienced the problem of having a severe barker
in their family. However, this doesn't mean a dog will not be
able to bark. This surgery just brings a dogs bark down to a
quieter and softer level. It should be noted that many dogs
which are in dog shelters are put to sleep on a regular basis
because of their incessant barking. If your dog has a severe
barking problem, this option is certainly preferred over
euthanasia or moving to a secluded island.
© 2005, Ian White
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