about that dog....

[Dave-W]

Barking collars are $50, not $500.

That was a comedic reference to "Jeopardy," a TV game show.

 

[ValleyGal]

That was a comedic reference to "Jeopardy," a TV game show.

I know that now. Did you read the rest of the post? I barely posted it when IDay told me what it was, and I edited to add to my post. I might have seen half the show 30 years ago, and just didn't think about that when I responded. I suppose I should get with the times, eh?

 

[Dave-W]

LOL - yeah. I have not seen the show in that long either.

 

[mkgal1]

This actually isn't what happens

Since we're now "calling out what's not right". It happens. I've seen it happen, and it's cruel to put any pack animal in that position.

 

[ImaginaryDay]

Since we're now "calling out what's not right". It happens. I've seen it happen, and it's cruel to put any pack animal in that position.

-_-

 

[RedPonyDriver]

All the dogs I've had were trained to not bark! When they barked, I'd ignore them...unless it was appropriate like someone at the door. Then I'd praise them. Shouting at the dog, making loud noises just scares the dog big time. It doesn't work! You end up with a nervous dog who is wary of you. Dogs are pack animals. You have to make sure your dog sees you as the Alpha dog. My dogs know I'm the pack leader. They know that I'm the one who they obey...however, it was never accomplished with fear or intimidation, just training, reinforcing appropriate behavior and essentially ignoring inappropriate behavior.

Truly, if the dog has you this stressed out, it's time to reconsider your choice of pet.