How do I train my dog to not bark as much?

Question

I have a 3 year old Lhasa Apso who barks non stop! She barks whenever she hears someone outside, or someone other than myself or my mother comes in the door. And then she doesn't stop barking until about 30 minutes after that person is still in the house. I have another dog who doesn't do this, and I would think she would learn from him. I need her to learn its not ok to do this as I'm thinking of getting an apartment and that simply won't work. Some people suggested a "bark collar" however I'm somewhat weary of them, I think they're someone cruel. I need a safe yet effective way to get her to stop that won't take years to correct. Help!

Answer 1

The way a dog communicates is to bark. Like my wife, some to much. I train dogs for obediance, protection, and more. The only way to stop your dog is just what others suggests, a bark collar. These do not hurt the dog in any way. When a dog starts to bark, their throat swells a little. This activates the collar to give a vibrating feeling, not a shock and stops them from barking. These are relatively cheap and can even get them at Walmart for around 30 dollars. This will be the best money you could spend on your dog if he is bothering you & others.

Answer 2

I had the same problem with my Cairn Terrier, but you can control this behavior. It just takes a little time and dedication. Since you said the dog eventually does settle down and obey, I'm assuming that he knows the basic sit command. What I did with Sassy was to keep her short leash by the door. I had my b/f go outside and ring the bell. Each time he did, I put Sassy on the leash and commanded her to sit. I did not open the door until she was sitting. (the leash made it easier to control her and she knows that the short leash is her training leash) We repeated this several times a day (sometimes several times an hour) until she would go to the door and sit when the bell rang. I think I saw something similar on the "dog whisperer" and thought I would put it to the test. I still have to put her on the leash before opening the door and whoever comes in has to acknowledge her, but she is getting calmer and no longer jumping and barking crazily. I'm hoping that by continuing this training I will eventually be able to put away the leash.

Answer 3

* Some breeds tend to bark more than others. Check with other owners to find out if your dog's barking habits are normal.
* It takes time to get your dog to break the habit of excessive barking. Remain calm and patient, and eventually he will bark only when it's appropriate.
* If you have trouble getting your dog to stop barking, consult a veterinarian trained in behavioral problems.

Good Luck

Answer 4

no don't use a bark collar I saw on tv a person used it on his neck and it shocked him everytime he went to bark so I couldn't imagine putting that on a dog and hurting them to stop them from barking. Instead alittle water in the face with the word quiet should teach him to stop barking he will associate the water and quiet then you will not have to use water anymore just the word.

Answer 5

Get a bark collor it will give a little shock when he barks. Make Sure You Get The right collar for your size dog. I have a lab that barked all the time it works.

Answer 6

hey,
you should probably get a collar that whenever it barks it shocks them, but if you think that's to mean than just tap him on the nose whenever he barks. Spend more time training it and give it a treat every time it doesn't bark at someone. Email me back at [e-mail].

Answer 7

BARK COLLARS should be SAFE, but , to be sure, ask your VET what would be SAFE + BEST way.

Obedience School would be a SUGGESTION, if you can afford it.

GOOD LUCK

Answer 8

just give it a treat if does not bark at anything it should not