One of the questions we commonly get asked is how to control unwanted barking in dogs.  This seems to be a very common problem especially in surburban areas where neighbours are close together and dog ownership levels are high.

In addressing this problem, firstly it must be established what is causing the nusiance barking.  In many cases, barking is caused by boredom and / or anxiety related behaviours.  This is not only distressing for the dog, but can cause unrest and tense relations in the neighbourhood!

Luckily there are several options for deterring nusiance barking.  In many cases, identification of the reason for the barking and a suitable response can modify a dogs behaviour quite easily.  The key is to work out WHY the dog is barking and deal with it in a suitable manner.

The control of dogs who are barking excessively is much simpler given today’s modern anti barking products which are highly sophisticated and deliver a very humane response to the dog to modify unwanted behaviours.  In general anti barking collars work by a stimulus triggered by the dog’s vocal chords. Your dog quickly learns to avoid barking incessently and modifies their behaviour accordingly.

As every dog displays a different temperament, several methods are available to solve even the most stubborn barking problem, whether it is your dog or your neighbour’s! 

Below are several methods that we recommend to customers to effectively control barking:

Silent Dog Whistle:

• Usually inaudible to human ears, dog training whistles can be heard by dogs at a range of 150 - 400 metres.  

Citronella Spray Anti Bark Collar: