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My Pet World: How to teach dogs when to stop barking

Dear Cathy, I read your column and always learn something, so thank you for that. I volunteer at a local rescue and often ...
Is your dog’s non-stop barking driving you crazy? Whether it’s barking at the doorbell, other dogs, or seemingly nothing at all, excessive barking can be frustrating. But before you resort to yelling ...
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, ...
Raleigh is known for many things. It’s the capital of North Carolina, the “City of Oaks.” And now, a study has found that it might be known for something else: barking dogs. The study was commissioned ...
Does your dog bark a lot? Dogs bark for many reasons, as it’s how they communicate. Your fluffy family member might be barking due to separation anxiety or because they are bored. But if your dog’s ...
Millan wants pet parents to remember that they are leaders for their dogs. Your mood and approach will have a big impact on your dog’s behavior. Millan says that “most dog lovers do love and joy, but ...
Most people can forgive the occasional bark. But when the dog next door goes off like a car alarm at 2 a.m.—every night—it becomes exhausting. If you're staring at the ceiling at 4 a.m., wondering if ...
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 ...
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 ...