Give them a "Quiet" command

Teaching a dog to "Quiet" is probably one of the most important, and potentially most useful commands. It's a great way to stop barking dogs.

Teaching the Quiet Command

Teaching the quiet command can be done by training your dog to speak when requested, and then shush when requested.

When you first begin teaching this command, you'll want to put your dog in a situation where he will bark, or ask another person or animal to elicit a barking response from your dog. You can also use treats as an incentive for your dog to bark (for instance, when he's watching you make food.)

As soon as he starts barking, tell him "quiet" firmly and at a normal volume. Follow this with a treat, or praise him for being quiet. After several repetitions of this exercise, this should help your dog learn that "quiet" means that he should stop barking immediately.

If you're having trouble getting your dog to be quiet during walks or around other people or dogs, you'll need to practice this exercise in more distracting situations. Remember that even if you're not successful at first, dogs learn quickly through repetition, so keep practicing!

Exercise your dog

Dogs need exercise, and it's up to you how much and what kind your dog gets. Whether you have an energetic puppy or a mellow older dog, there is an appropriate amount of exercise for each stage of his life[1].

Walking your dog is one of the most basic ways to bond with him and keep him healthy. If your dog most powerful shock collar does not get enough exercise he may become frustrated or depressed. Your dog needs plenty of physical activity to stay in shape, both mentally and physically.

De-stress your dog

Bringing home a new puppy is a joyful event. But if you've ever done it, you know that it can also be stressful. The first few days and nights in a new environment can leave a puppy confused and anxious.

Providing ample support during this transitional period can help your puppy adapt to his new home quickly. Here are four ways to de-stress your puppy:

Exercise: Most puppies have boundless energy, so going for regular walks will help them expend some of that energy and feel more relaxed when they’re at home. Short walks are best, as puppies' muscles and joints aren't fully developed yet.

Socialize: Introduce your puppy to other dogs, children, adults and other animals as soon as possible. This provides early exposure to different people and animals who will be part of his life in the future.

Spread out visits from friends: If everyone is excited about meeting the new puppy, it's easy to get overwhelmed by having multiple visitors at once. Instead, consider spreading out visits over several days or weeks so your furry friend has time to adapt without feeling stressed or overloaded by the number of people he’s meeting.

Consider using an anti-bark collar

If you're worried about hurting your dog by using a shock collar, consider using an anti-bark collar that sprays citronella into the dog's face instead. Citronella is unpleasant to dogs, but it doesn't harm them.

There are a few different types of citronella collars. Some spray when the dog barks, others will spray if the dog pulls on its leash. You can also get one that sprays if you push a button on a remote control. These collars are expensive — around $40 or $50 each — and some dogs may be more sensitive to citronella than they are to shock.