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Originally Posted by FirstYorkie  EXACTLY! The way to reduce his barking at other dogs is to expose him to more - many more - dogs, not less. If he sees enough of them, they will no longer hold so much interest.
Will he outgrow barking at things outside? Probably not, I'm afraid. Yorkies are barkers. (If you want a nice, quiet dog - try a Siberian Husky. Shed like crazy, will dig up your whole yard, but they are quiet). If you want to stick with Yorkies, try teaching a quiet command, shutting the drapes, and keep the stereo playing to help drown out noises from outside.
One other tip to reduce barking, but it takes some effort. When your dog barks, go investigate what he is barking at. That's what a momma dog ("alpha" dog to some) would do. The leader goes to investigate danger. Then tell him "thank you, that's enough". If he keeps barking, you are then (and only then) well within your rights to reprimand him. |
LOL....I do not want a husky..too big!
Great tips, thank you! I do plan on taking him out more. I do walk him everyday but I need to have him around other dogs more. The whole barking thing is throwing me off because for the most part he is pretty laid back. He takes naps all the time and will cuddle up with anyone. He was so quiet up until a couple of months ago. This past month it has gotten worse. I would tell people, "Oh he's so quiet, doesnt really bark"...well so much for that!
My next challenge is the car rides...Im still struggling with that one too....it never ends!
