Oh that's terrible...could definitely be fear barking. Poor baby. Mia is my 'fear' barker, and while I can conditioner her to accept new things she was initially afraid of because she didn't know what they were, she still fear barks at new stuff. Having people throw things over the fence at your dog will likely not be something you can do that with, especially if he was ever hurt by being hit. The alternative would be throwing things he likes...like food, toys, etc...over the fence, but I would not encourage neighbors to do that...I prefer to be the only source of treats. You never know who might throw what and some could be devastatingly harmful. If you are not in violation of noise ordinances, perhaps the neighbors are the issue that needs to be dealt with...for treating your Yorkie in your yard in a cruel manner. I am so sorry...that is so awful. Hugs |