[concretegurl]

It took a lot of practice and constant consistancy...i rewarded Scoobers for growling and used whatever safely worked to discourage barking.

Overtime now he will growl at noises instead of barking.

Much more pleasent on the ears here and atill lets him feel he is doing his guard dog duty.

Doggy time out, loud noises, ignoring, shushing works with effort time and consistancy.

Such items as spray and static or shock collars (static vibration shockthere vibration) IMHO are nothing short of cruel.

Manu companies now offer vibration collars CAREFUL! some say vivration but actually use shock, test on yourself first (or your husband as I personally suggest) and ensure it only vibrates!

Even with vibration there are levels of intensity start at the LOWEST, also most are remote controlled only much better for training...only use these under complete supervision if you go this route, please.