What is considered to be excessive and persistent barking can be difficult to gauge but, as a general rule of thumb, we would investigate and deal with uncontrollable barking, whining or crying, especially at inappropriate times or in circumstances that interfere significantly with how someone uses and enjoys their property....Read More
How long can a dog bark legally in UK?
It is reasonable to expect, and it is not against the law for a dog to bark. However, if the disturbance is substantial enough to be classed as a Statutory Nuisance then it is likely that a Noise Abatement Notice will be served on the dog’s owner requiring them to...Read More
How to stop a dog from barking at everything?
If your dog is barking because of boredom, providing your pet with something to do may be the answer. Exercise can help, make sure your dog has an adequate amount of physical and mental exercise before you leave in the morning. A tired dog is more likely to rest when...Read More
How to get your dog to come when distracted?
Managing your dog’s threshold When dogs are around distractions, they’ll have a ‘threshold’ distance where they’ll be able to show calm behaviours, take food and respond when we interact with them. Monitoring your dog’s body language will help to understand when they are approaching their ‘threshold’. Over time, and with...Read More
How to train your dog to come when called every time?
You need to teach your dog that coming back to you is always a good thing, and will result in tasty snacks, a fuss, or whatever reward they like best. Teach your dog to respond to their name before adding recall. Teaching your pooch their name makes it easy for...Read More
How to get a dog to recall when distracted?
To get a dog to recall when distracted, you need to figure out your gap, which means identifying the situations where your dog is not able to recall. For our training session, I decided to use chicken as the distraction and chose to work in a relatively small and clear...Read More
How do you train a dog that won't come to you?
Teach your dog to respond to their name before adding recall, teaching your pooch their name makes it easy for you to grab their attention when you need it.
Always reward your dog when they come back, start indoors, in your garden, or in another enclosed space with some tasty...Read More
Why won't my dog come when called?
Your dog could decide that chasing a squirrel or playing with another dog is more exciting than coming back to you. They could also be unsure that you want them to return. When you let your dog off their lead, a whole world of choice opens up to them. You...Read More
Should you punish your dog for not coming when called?
You don’t have to have a dog for long to be able to spot the difference between a mickey-take and a genuine failure of communication. If Bertie answers to his name at feed time, you can expect him to answer to his name when he is meant to be coming...Read More
What is the dog command for come?
Run away a couple of paces then call your dog's name and say come in a friendly, exciting tone - getting down low can also encourage them to come back. You need an incentive to encourage your dog to come back - a really tasty treat or a fun game...Read More
How to stop fence reactivity?
Remove sights that set off your dog.
Dogs are less likely to react to a trigger if they cannot see it.
If your dog barks at your front window at passersby, try keeping the curtains closed or use a frosted decal on the lower half of the window.
Reduce unsupervised...Read More
How to stop dog reactivity in public places?
To stop dog reactivity in public places, consistently use reward-based training methods and keep them on a lead when needed. Choose quiet places and times for walks, when possible, to avoid triggers while you’re working on changing their emotions. If you encounter a trigger, calmly move your dog away, avoiding...Read More
How to train away fence aggression?
One effective way to combat fence guarding is to increase your dog's exposure to different environments, people, and animals. Regular socialisation helps dogs become more confident and less prone to anxiety or aggression. Arrange controlled interactions with other dogs and people, gradually exposing your dog to different situations while maintaining...Read More
How to stop boundary aggression?
To reduce barrier aggression in dogs, you can follow a behavior modification training regime to help improve impulse control and curb aggression. If you are struggling to train an aggressive dog, you can also seek help from a certified professional dog trainer. Prepare a reward, choose a high-value treat that...Read More
How to stop resource guarding?
A big part of stopping a dog from resource guarding is to help them learn that when humans approach when they have the object or place, that we are not going to take it. I think the dog’s resource guarding problem was greatly influenced, if not directly caused, by the...Read More