I think these little guys are a lot smarter than we give them credit for. I would say try it. You just have to be consistent in whatever you do, but you know that. If they seem confused by it after an adjustment time, I would say that all barking should be discouraged.
I praise and reward Gizmo if he barks at certain things...like my son coming in very late at night. I mean, who knows if it's someone breaking in or not?
The hardest part of this method is keeping the can within reach at all times. I actually have several strategically placed around the house.
If you don't have marbles, pennies work too.
__________________ The fullness of our heart is expressed in our eyes, in our touch, in what we write, in what we say, in the way we walk, the way we receive, the way we need. -Mother Teresa ( RIP Gizmo 3/9/07-8/18/12)  |