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Originally Posted by bondai  I don't care for the debarking idea, I think it's cruel. Any dag can be trained not to bark if only the owner is willing to take the time to do it, certainly easier on the dog than having a steel rod shoved down his throat.
Milo is still very young but has discovered his barker. Sometimes he uses it when it's inappropriate but he is learning and together we will work it out. Personally I want him to be able to bark, he is a dog after all and his bark is music to my ears. |
Exactly my attitude! Trust me - after almost 2 decades of being owned by Collies and Shelties - I know very well that some dogs just like to bark and vocalize alot! Just like some people never know when to shut their mouth - but do we cut their vocal cords? Sometimes it takes a long time, especially with adult dogs that may have been abused. Citronella collars can often help in the training process. But I have yet to meet a dog that can't be taught if proper methods are used and the dog is getting the exercise and enrichment it needs!