This is really a serious problem and I wish there were an easy answer.
Of course, your neighbors are going to complain - rightfully so - there's nothing worse than having to put up with a dog's barking - and it isn't even their dog. I don't even like my own dogs barking. I would be going through the wall if a neighbor's dog was constantly barking, and I had to listen to it.
*** I suppose one solution would be not to live in an apartment-type complex. Or putting off owning a barking little dog until you have a house of your own.
I got my 8 week old pup and stayed home with him for about two weeks and then went back to work. He's confined in the kitchen/laundry room area. And - he has never barked. But he almost never barks anyway. So - I really lucked out.
If I were in your position - I'd be looking for a place to live where my dog's barking wouldn't bother the neighbors -- or if you can't do that - you'll really hate to hear this. I would be heartbrokenly considering rehoming my dog. I just couldn't let a pet of mine be such a bother to my neighbors. This just isn't right.
I sure hope people can come aboard with a solution for you.
Good luck - Carol Jean |