I had the no-bark clicker--didn't work. My girl barks at everything. We have tried the squirt bottle--didn't work. I do threaten to put her in her crate. She knows that word. She will quiet for a bit, but then starts back up. I then will put her in her crate and not release her until she's quiet. I had tried the positive training with treats, but she would ignore the treats and bark (yes, she ignored chicken). When people go to leave, I do try to distract her with treats and looking out the window. I can't show guests out because I'm busy with her, but I don't like the idea of shock collars. Let's face it, we all love our dogs. That's not the question. Bouncing ideas off of one another is helpful, though. I'm glad someone brought up the dog whistle. I forgot I had one. lol I will try that tomorrow. |