How do you stop territorial behavior?
Brant Windler
2025-06-25 09:42:17
Count answers: 6
Territorial barking can be managed with a combination of proactive avoidance and an effective “Quiet” cue. First ensure your dog is tired by the time you sit down to your computer by giving her plenty of exercise before your workday starts. Make and store a few delicious long-lasting treats for your dog, such as Kongs stuffed with a soft food like peanut butter, spray cheese, or canned dog food. To reduce exposure to passing dogs and people that could trigger territorial barking, close the blinds or cover the lower part of the windows with a translucent film that uses static to stick to the glass. Alternatively, you can use gates or doors to keep the dog out of the rooms that overlook the street. If your dog is triggered by outside sounds, add some white noise. To teach your dog to be “Quiet” on cue, uncover the window and sit with your dog to watch for passing people and dogs, then say “Quiet” once in a conversational volume and friendly, upbeat voice when she barks. When she stops barking, praise her immediately and give her a food reward. Repeat with each barking tirade until she begins to interrupt the barking tirade when you give the “Quiet” cue. Once your dog consistently stops barking when you say “Quiet,” begin to extend the period she must remain quiet before getting her reward.
Isaias Haley
2025-06-25 04:52:44
Count answers: 11
Place your dog in another room.
Use a letterbox cage or an outdoor mailbox.
Never leave your dog unsupervised.
Visit your vet to check for medical causes of aggression.
Referral to a qualified behaviourist.
Develop a behaviour modification plan.
Carry puppies to meet visitors.
Let visitors give them treats.
Never leave your dog unsupervised.
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