I have some of the same problems, I think the firecrackers are just too loud,my pup was petrified. I did take him to training classes, they said you have to teach them to bark before you teach them to be quiet, when he's barking put your fingers together and say speak, then say enough or quiet and use a hand signal consistantly. He will get it eventually. I suggest getting Victoria Stilwell's book about training, she is very easy to follow.. good luck |