Puppy Training Tips: How To Train Puppies Not To Bark

Barking is an inherent characteristic of puppies and dogs for that matter. When you expect or want them to stop barking, it’s like asking them to stop breathing. But there are some puppies who bark more than others. In this article, you will be learning some puppy training tips on how to minimize barking. 

Barking is your puppy’s way of communicating with people. If they see their masters, they want to acknowledge their presence through barking.  The environment may also make them bark, not just their masters.  It apparently shows excitement and their need for attention. They also bark as a defense mechanism when they see a threat to protect his or her territory.

 The puppy training tips that you will be reading about is how to prevent inappropriate barking fits. These are caused by anxiety or sadness, either from being left alone for a long time or from seeing strangers and other stimuli (i.e. seeking for attention and being merely excessively energetic). Here are a few tricks that you can use to effectively train them.

 Tire Out Your Puppy

 As mentioned above, one of the causes of inappropriate barking is excessive energy. You will want to help him release these pent-up energies through regular exercise and puppy play. You can walk him in your street or at the park for at least 30 minutes a day. You may also run with him if you wish. However, don’t leave them running or playing alone inside the house or in your yard because his energy reserves will just escalate. Using exercise and play will tire them out and hence will make them quieter or go to sleep. Once he has quieted down, don’t forget to praise him or give him some of his favorite treats. This is one way of encouraging quiet time.

Use A Settle Down Command  

When you’re starting to teach them to respond on command, it may be quite a challenge at first.  Be patient.  Treats can be used in conjunction with the verbal command.  Whenever he starts barking, sternly order him to “Settle Down”. If he does respond to this command for at least 5 seconds at the first few tries, give him some treats. Don’t use the “NO” or “Stop” command because these are too general. If your puppy has learned other commands such as, “stay”, “sit” or “lie down”, you can also use this in conjunction with your “no barking” or “settle down” command. It’s another method of controlling his barking fits.

Consistency  

One of the most important puppy training tips, and it applies to all training in general, is consistency. Keep in mind that puppies are creatures of habit and routines. Once you are consistent, so will their behavior. Involve the members of the household when you are training your puppy.  Tell them about the process and the words that you use. Make sure that they are using the same words so the puppy won’t be confused.

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