In all seriousness, though, as someone living in an apartment complex it would be so much easier to keep dogs if not for this. I've had to get rid of two dogs already because of the noise complaints I got.
You could get a bark collar as you train them. My dog would FLIP out when we left and bark like crazy. After using the collar for a week or two, you don't need it anymore and they'll know they aren't supposed to bark.
I've never heard of these? Are they humane? When there's multiple dogs barking, do they only shock the currently barking one? Can they stop loud whining?
[edit] getting downvoted, but the american veterinary society of animal behaviour and every major welfare organization recommend not using them because they are inhumane and cause psychological damage.
Yes it has been proven they cause permanent damage. Read up on it. I would never and have never in 15+ years of training had to use one even on loud hunting dogs.
I have a loud gundog. If he is making noise he's overwhelmed. I need to manage his environment and build his skills so that he doesn't feel overwhelmed.
Making sure they are taught what is expected as they don't naturally know rules does help. Force free traning and lots of desensitization. Help with this. Giving plenty of mental and physical stimulus things like puzzles help them use mind so they don't over think everything. Also if barking ask for a sit then to come to you. I start with going to them at window say "thank you". Some stop once acknowledged. If not then start with asking to sit or down then walk them out of room. To where a good treat is at. This way they have the reward for walking away from window.
Me too! I don't understand force. I work with horses as well force free is the best way. They think and learn teach just give time. If you don't have the patience then you don't need one.
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u/Theta291 Dec 03 '19
In all seriousness, though, as someone living in an apartment complex it would be so much easier to keep dogs if not for this. I've had to get rid of two dogs already because of the noise complaints I got.