How to get my dog to stop barking at everything?

Then you need to step up and claim that stimulus as your own. Use your body, your mind, and your calm-assertive energy to create an invisible wall that your dog is not allowed to cross. read more

It may sound nonsensical, but the first step of this technique is to teach your dog to bark on command. Give your dog the command to "speak," wait for him to bark two or three times, and then stick a tasty treat in front of his nose. When he stops barking to sniff the treat, praise him and give him the treat. Repeat until he starts barking as soon as you say "speak." Once your dog can reliably bark on command, teach him the "quiet" command. read more

Step 3: Block your dog's view; Step 4: Mask outside noises with a fan or radio; Step 5: Reward your dog when she doesn't bark; Step 6: Avoid bark collars; Step 7: Seek professional help if needed; The kind of bark I’m talking about today bursts out loud and fast as the dog responds to something he hears or sees. read more