Read About Bark Dog Collar

ImageA bark dog collar can help your dog learn to behave properly. Here's everything you need to know about this training aid.

Excessive Barking is Not Normal

Is your dog's barking driving you crazy? A bark dog collar can help you--and your neighbors--find some peace and quiet. Barking is normal dog behavior and there are many reasons why dogs bark. If your dog is barking a lot while outside for lengthy periods or while you are away, he may simply be bored and looking for entertainment. Don't give your dog attention for barking; even yelling or other negative attention is a reward for a bored dog.

Varieties of Bark Dog Collars

New technology can help eliminate nuisance barking. Bark dog collars work in a variety of ways to provide negative reinforcement and reduce or eliminate the problem.

  1. Spray mist bark dog collars, considered the most humane solution by many veterinarians and pet owners, sprays citronella, citrus or other essential oils that dogs find offensive each time it detects barking through a little microphone or vibration detector in the collar. While these oils are harmless, your dog is sure to find the sound, smell, sight and feel of it to be unpleasant.
  2. ImageA larger dog may respond well to a static shock Bark Dog Collar. These Bark Dog Collars respond to barking with a small static electric charge. Most dogs quickly associate this uncomfortable feeling with barking. This type of Bark Dog Collar is not recommended for dogs under 8 pounds. Check with your veterinarian before trying a static shock bark dog collar as it may worsen separation anxiety or aggressiveness in some dogs.
  3. The latest technology in bark dog collars is the sonic or ultrasonic variety. These collars emit a high-pitched tone each time they detect barking. Most dogs will find the sound annoying and/or distracting enough to stop them from barking.
  4. Some bark dog collars combine methods, using both a spray and a sound for example. Others incorporate an escalation device that regulates the sound or sensation. The sound or static charge starts out at a low level and gradually increases as barking continues. Your dog will quickly learn to stop barking before the negative feedback worsens.

In deciding which type of Bark Dog Collar to use, remember that you know your dog best. Think about what method you think will be most effective for your dog and least offensive to you. Finding the right bark dog collar can transform your dog from the neighborhood nuisance back into your pleasant pooch.