CONCLUSION

Don't forget, barking is natural. It's a vital means of communication for dogs. But at times problems can develop. As the pack leader, it's your job to step up and control excessive barking. Remember the following guidelines stop nuisance barking once and for all.

Fix dog problem behavior and follow through.

Command your dog to quit barking using a look, a sound, or a physical correction. But don't end there. Your dog may pause and then go back to what he was doing. Be patient and train him until he actually GETS it.

Stay calm when training and stopping your dog from excessive barking.

Constant barking can be aggravating; however, you won't be able to fix the dog behavior problem if you're frustrated. The truth is your dog will mirror your energy. If you're irritated, he will be, too. And barking is a great release for that frustrated energy. Take a moment to curb your own internal barking first.

Stop the barking by challenging your dog mentally and physically.

Excessive barking is often the result of pent-up energy. If this is the case, the solution is simple: release that energy in more productive ways.

And lastly, get professional help to stop dog barking.

When you brought this dog into your life, you made a commitment to provide the care he needs. Prevent dog barking and other dog behavior problems by calling in a canine professional to help him cope with a behavior issue.