Barking at doorknobs I've been owned by Sweetpea for 3 years now, and she's the light of my life! However, I think she is mentally unbalanced...whenever anyone tries to leave the house, she goes berserk. Picking up keys, touching a doorknob, even when I hug my husband good-bye sets her off. It is a ferocious bark. I realize that she doesn't want anyone to leave, but how do I make her understand that the barking is unacceptable? We've tried ignoring her and going about our business, squirt guns, and the usual crating techniques. Has anyone cured their dog of this problematic barking? It's especially embarrassing when we have guests...they have to fight their way out the door! |