[kpstoybox]

I feel you should do more to keep the dogs from barking so much. Having more then 1 yorkie myself...I know for a fact what 4 barking yorkies sound like. It can get quite annoying. No...it doesn't excuse your nieghbor from his childish response of turning the hose on them or throwing stuff at them.

However, the comment you made about leaving them out there to bark some more...the more he uses the hose on them...could put them in serious danger. What if he decides water is not enough? What if he decides poison will shut them up? Many non-dog lovers are capable of such in act too. I realize it upset's you that your dogs cannot enjoy thier own yard. But it sounds like you are in a no win situation with these neighbors. Your dog(s) safety is much more important then playing mind games with this guy. Put up a privacy fence...or go out with them when they are out there.

Also...you have to do what it takes to keep your dog from leaving the yard un-attended. One of these days...he may not make it to the kids house across the street.