My husband was against getting a little dog because often they are real barkers. "I don't want no yappy piece of s#*t dog" were his actual words. Needless to say I prevailed
But because of that I try not to let Daisy bark. But the thing that gets her excited and barking is "Where is your TOY". It's funny that if I say it in a whisper she barks softly. Silly girl.