Dog Barking - There Has To Be A Reason and An Answer...

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Barking is normal behavior, and is part of a dogs natural means of communication. It's as natural for dogs to bark as it is for us humans to speak. If dogs didn't bark then they would have no other way of communicating with other dogs or with humans. However, dog barking is a problem when it becomes annoyingly intrusive. Excessive barking is an annoying behavior to a dog owner's family, friends and neighbors. A large number of dog owners complain that excessive dog barking is their most common behavioral problem with their dog.

There is almost always a reason for a dog to bark and some breeds of dogs have a higher need to bark than others. Breeds of dogs that have a tendency to bark more are Beagles, Terriers, and some herding breeds, such as the Collie or Shetland sheepdog. Certain breeds have actually been bred to bark as part of their watchdog or herding duties. You can find an excessive barker in a purebred dog as well as a mixed breed.

Lack of Exercise - Your dog may need longer exercise periods and more play time

Boredom, Frustration, Loneliness - Dogs often bark because they need a more stimulating environment to release excess energy and sometimes bark because they are lonely.

Separation Anxiety and Improper Confinement - Some dogs will bark when they are confined in a room or crate for long periods of time.

Play or Excitement - Many dogs will bark when playing with people or other dogs. This type of barking is more common in younger dogs and puppies. Some dogs will even bark when they know they are going for a walk or a car ride.

Territorial Protection - This type of barking occurs when strangers or other dogs come near your property.

Attention Seeking - Dogs will bark for a need to be met such as food or water, to be let in or out, or in response to pain.

A Returning Family Member - Dogs can bark to greet or acknowledge the return of another memeber of his pack

Trained to Bark - Some dogs are trained to bark for performing certain duties. Hunting dogs, guard dogs, and herding dogs are examples of dogs that are trained to bark while doing their jobs.

Environmental Reasons - Your dog may bark at unfamiliar sounds or sudden movements, when a phone rings, when other dogs bark, at passing cars or strangers, road noise, or in response to fear.

You can eventually learn your dog's different barks if you pay close attention to him. If you can understand why your dog is barking, then you can come up with a solution to the problem. Although barking is a normal means of communication for dogs, it is possible to control this behavior if it becomes a problem.

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