Your dog might bark as a warning that your home has been broken into by a burglar or to let you know of the approach of a stranger. Dog barking is also utilized to get interest or to intimidate the dog owner or others. Whatever the reason for the barking, I am sure we are all in agreement that it is annoying and methods need to be found to stop it quickly. Owners of constantly barking dogs are sometimes charged with disturbing the peace. Fortunately, there are several ways to discourage dogs from barking without great purpose.Coaching your dog when it is appropriate for him to bark is the most likely the very best way to quit unwanted barking. Although there are a number of choices, the very best way is the reward/reprimand method. This is an effective and humane method.In order to steer clear of using this training technique, some dog owners use an electronic bark collar which emits a small electric shock when the dog barks. Eventually, the dog barking ceases as the dog connects his barking with an unpleasant encounter. I am of the opinion that using this technique to quit dog barking is inhumane and cruel.Electronic collars ought to not be utilized for a variety of reasons, one being that not all dogs connect their barking with the uncomfortable shock. They learn to tolerate the shock and continue to bark. In addition, if the prongs on the collar do not touch the dog’s skin, a dog with a thick coat will not feel the shock. It ought to be noted that only utilizing an electronic collar for coaching seldom stops dog barking. For the best results, dog obedience training is also essential.Some individuals are of the opinion that electronic collars could discourage dogs, even although the collar might not really them. Individuals who have this viewpoint frequently use citronella collars which work on a similar principle to electronic collars. The citronella collar emits a mist when the dog barks. As dogs have a tendency to dislike the smell, they will begin to connect their barking with the foul aroma and will stop barking. The achievement rate is about the same as for electronic collars.Even though electronic collars can be useful coaching tools, most vets and dog trainers feel that they cannot be utilized as a replacement for good obedience coaching. Dog obedience coaching assists to resolve more dog behavior problems than just dog barking.Surgery is sometimes used to quit dog barking. This is the most barbaric and drastic option. The dog is prevented from barking by getting a piece of tissue removed from the larynx. There have been instances where the dog’s capability to bark has returned, voiding the goal of the surgery. Fortunately, most vets are opposed to surgery to quit dog barking.I hope we have managed to convince you that good dog obedience training is important for dog barking and most other dog behavior problems. It is worth noting that if a dog stops barking with an electronic collar, he will not bark when a burglar enters your home. However, a dog that is given obedience coaching will know the suitable occasions to bark and will shield you and your family.