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Boredom Barking and Frustration Barking: Stopping the Barking

Boredom barking has got to be the worst. They never seem to tire of it and it can go on for hours.

Separation distress barking, or howling in some cases, is them letting us know that they don’t like to be left alone.

Territorial barking can be quite annoying in dogs. Especially if you live on a street with heavy foot traffic.

Dogs bark. It’s just what they do. They bark when they’re playing. They bark when they’re excited.

Dogs that do a lot of attention seeking or demand barking are hoping to get what they want.

There are lots of reasons why dogs bark. And with lots of reasons, come many different solutions to stop the barking.

Insecure dogs, or shy/timid dogs may need a little more patience and understanding.

Dogs with an adaptable personality are easily identified by their constant looking to their owners for guidance.

The social butterflies of the canine world. Outgoing dogs are great. Wanting loved, cuddled, and lots of attention.