I have tried spraying him with water when he barks and saying NO in a loud firm voice but it makes no difference. I have also tried waiting for him to be quiet and then treating him but after the treat he'll go back to normal. I have started to ignore it but it continues for over 2o minutes. He doesn't act the same with my husband. Neither dog makes a peep when he goes outside. He's also extremely hyperactive and generally doesn't listen to me when he's off lead. He is the oldest (1 year) and the other is 10 months (female). Any suggestions?
2007-03-11 00:38:06 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
He is excited to see you. He maybe the oldest but he is still only 1 and pups will be pups until they are 2 Just keep trying. I can assure you , you will see a diffrent dog at 2 As I breed yorkies I tell everyone you will not know your dog at 2. I have kept 2 pups for the future my youngest is 1 and I am about ready to rip my hair out. I rember why I never wanted a puppy. Just a full grown dog. Not to mention the L.L. Bean 60 slipper she chewed up and lugged outside into the snow bank...
2007-03-11 00:48:40 · answer #1 · answered by Shelly t 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OK...I'm not trying to be rude here BUT did you ever think that it was not the dog that has the behavioral problem but you?
From what you have typed it seems as though you leave your dogs outside while you go to work all day? When you come come he is probably happy to have his human companion and is barking because he is excited. Remember...dogs do not talk or hug or have any other way to tell you "O'my'gosh! I'm so happy to see you!" They bark to tell you this.
The other compelling thing I have read in your question, is that the dog does this barking for you but not your husband...this further supports my theory that you probably, in some way, have 'fed' this behavior and don't even know it.
Here are my suggestions: Stop punishing the dog for being happy to see you!! That is just not fair. :) Have you considered bringing the dog in the house more? Also...no treats for barking! He soon will OR probably already has the idea that if he barks incessantly wen you come home that he is going to get a treat. There are "bark/shock collars" on the market for about 40 bucks, however, I'm not so sure I agree with them. I do not think they really hurt the dog though. Lastly...if all else fails seek the help of a trainer.
Good luck. I hope it works out!
2007-03-11 00:56:44 · answer #2 · answered by ? 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a Google search for "NILIF" (Nothing in Life is Free) You are (whoops!) rewarding your dog for barking, which is why he continues to do it. You're definitely on the right track in ignoring him - what your dog is doing by barking louder is called an extinction burst. I would say that if he continues to bark, then he needs a time out - either in his crate, or in an isolated room. Wait for the barking to stop, and then let him out to play. Reward the heck outta him for playing and interacting with you, but if the barking starts again - back in the crate. Dogs learn by repeating these things and your dog needs to learn, "I bark and the fun's suddenly over!"
NILIF and house rules that are consistent will help your dog. So will carrying treats with you always so that you can reward your dogs for good behaviors that you'd like to see repeated.
2007-03-11 04:22:03 · answer #3 · answered by Misa M 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
those dogs are very young yet. Just pups. They are greeting you with joy and enthusiasm because they are pleased to see their Mommy. The dear little fella has miss you. He seems to have bonded more to you than your husband. You should keep trying to train them .... but I suggest you go to Puppy Training with them and learn with them how to get control. this is important so that they do obey you. In the meanwhile, go and have big hugs with them and enjoy their babyhood.
2007-03-11 00:46:25 · answer #4 · answered by Lisa 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, he's just excited to see you. Try not going outside until he stops barking and don't treat him until he's calmer. You could also try obedience training.
2007-03-11 01:05:02 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
dogs dont like to be sprayed with water and when you pull up into the driveway,he probably missed you.Spend some time with him.Play fetch,take a walk with him,or teach him new tricks.Get to know your dog better.He probably is trying to day,"I love you!Spend time with me!",or something like that.Also he might be jellus because you might spend time with the other dog more.Dogs do get jellus so play ball with him.
2007-03-11 00:42:09 · answer #6 · answered by tommym720 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He just wants to show you that he's propably happy to see you, just ignore it and never treat him until he stops barking, otherwise the dog will think that barking = treat.
2007-03-11 00:41:13 · answer #7 · answered by inesp01 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
He is happy to see you and wants you to know it and come see him. But you may need to go to a obedience school to learn how to control him.
2007-03-11 00:47:16 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋