Dogs bark for a number of reasons.

1. Natural behaviour – stranger alert. Dogs have a fantastic sense of hearing, they can hear things that we may not;  Man 20,000 cps; Dog 40,000 cps.
2. Fear of the unknown, e.g., other dogs; people; objects.
3. Excitement and response when they want your attention.
4. Boredom, dogs will develop their own exercise. For example barking in the back yard at strangers.

Barking can be managed by:-

1. Exercising your dog, socialization with other dogs; running with other dogs.
2. Basic obedience; toys and bones to stop boredom.
3. Ignore when the dog is barking so you are not reacting and praise dog when quiet and calm.

[Please note, some dogs howling and barking may need behavioural or Vet advice].

For more information on how to manage your dogs barking and other obedience or behaviour problems, call KYLIE at WALKIES DOG SERVICE on 0438 070 272.