In a bygone era, a dog’s barking was a cherished trait. When humans lived in villages with open spaces, barking was basically the town’s loudspeaker—it helped announce everything from enemy tribes to ...

This Simple Trick Gets Dogs to Stop Barking Instantly, According to a Trainer originally appeared on Parade Pets. Imagine a world before Ring cameras and doorbells existed. How did we, feeble, ...

Does your dog bark at everything that happens to pass by the window or anytime somebody comes in through the door? If so, you may tell the dog (loudly because of all the noise they're making!) to be ...

The ability to train your dog to be quiet despite doorbells is a common challenge that many dog owners face. Doorbells often trigger barking in dogs, which can be annoying for both the owner and their ...

Dear Cathy, I read your column and always learn something, so thank you for that. I volunteer at a local rescue and often ...

Barking can be said to be the equivalent of humans texting in all caps. Yet, despite the fact that barking is ultimately a form of communication, it cannot be denied that many dog owners struggle with ...

This post has been revised on 8/21/20 with the help of readers and veterinary behaviorists. Given that many of us are currently working at home and spending much more of our day near our dogs, it has ...

Seeing a cute dog in the neighborhood is always a nice surprise. Hearing your neighbors dog, however, is a different story — especially when you’re hearing them a little too often. Some things in life ...

Our previous post discussed how to know why your dog is barking. In this post, we endeavor to explain what you can do about it. General Treatments for Barking There are as many treatment plans as ...

It's 2 a.m. The world has settled in for a peaceful night of sleep. Not a creature is stirring, with a glaring exception. Your neighbor's dog won't stop barking. If you're currently squinting at your ...

I moved into a town house, and my neighbor’s sweet dog barks frequently for 30-plus minutes at a time when they are gone. It’s quite frustrating. I have had a dog and know it can be challenging. I ...