Tips to Quiet a Barking Dog

Growing up, we had a dog named Benji. He liked to bark and bark and bark, especially when left home alone. So, what can you do if this is a problem for you?

• Give your dog lots of exercise. She'll be more interested in resting than barking when she's tired.
  
• Give your dogs bones or a toy to bite. This can be very helpful in keeping your dog occupied so he doesn't bark so much when you're leaving him home alone.
• Give the dog the gift of your scent. Rub your dog's favorite toy in your hands so, she can be comforted by your presence when you're not home.
• Make a distracting noise. If your dog likes to bark at certain noises, try making distracting noises like a radio or vacuum cleaner during those times.
• Pay attention to what your dog is trying to tell you. Sometimes, Fido may have a message he wants to get across. In this case, once you respond to him appropriately, he will quiet down.
• Reprimand your dog. Tell her to be quiet firmly.
• Reward your dog. If he quiets down after being reprimanded, pet him, praise him, even give him some treats.
• Get your dog wet. So, you're at your witts end. You've tried a lot of stuff, you've reprimanded your dog and she's still barking. It may be time to get out the spray bottle and squirt her.

Colby goes on a picnic

This is Colby sporting a lovely red and white checkered bandana perfect for going on a picnic.
Isn't he a good dog! :)

Benji, the family dog I had growing up wasn't such a good model.
He peed on the doll clothes I put him in.

This skillfully made dog bandana and others are available for purchase at
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10% of proceeds benefit the Montgomery County Humane Society.

Miss Biana Models on the Runway

Miss Bianca models proudly for the camera

Photo courtesy of Rose Ridge Creations, a wonderful shop that features great quilted items like this pretty dog coat as well as quilted sling and zippered purses, tote and makeup bags, and baby items. All available at http://www.etsy.com/shop.php?user_id=7062092

Eddie Waits for Dinner

This is Eddie, looking so debonair as he waits patiently for dinner at the top of the steps.

This photo is courtesy of Opart, who has a great art photography shop on Etsy, where this photo and many others are available for purchase.

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Opart also has a great blog where you can see wonderful Mediterranean style and design and sometimes more photos of Eddie.

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The Roadie

Doesn't it make you wish you could be a dog so you could have this much fun!?

Pictures courtesy of Campbell Jane

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