All my dogs do the same thing. They all get so excited when we have company. They quit immediately after someone comes in -- but certainly do want attention and want to be petted. After that - they're quiet.
With the puppy (who is learning to bark at the door by my other dog) - I just pick him up and we answer the door together. When he's in my arms, he doesn't bark. I also get between the door and my other dog and tell him to stop barking - he usually does. He thinks I'm not going to open the door until he stops barking. This usually works.
It's hard for me to train my dogs not to bark at the door. They are just too excited and love company so much. But, I can make them stop before I open the door.
My dogs are just excited. They are little and friendly --- so it doesn't really cause too much of a problem.
Lots of luck! Carol Jean |