Tips on Barking

Identify the Cause of Barking

• Attention-seeking: Your dog wants interaction or something specific.
• Alert or alarm: Barking at noises or strangers.
• Boredom or energy: Excess energy can lead to barking.
• Fear or anxiety: Barking as a response to being scared.
• Excitement or greeting: Barking out of happiness or anticipation. 

• If your dog barks to get your attention, avoid giving in.
• Wait until they stop barking, then reward their silence with attention or a treat.
• A tired dog is less likely to bark out of boredom. Ensure they get enough physical activity daily.
• Use toys, games, or training sessions to mentally engage them.

 Don’t Forget To…

• Stay consistent: Dogs thrive on routine and clear expectations.
• Avoid yelling: Yelling can escalate the barking or make your dog think you’re joining in.
• Be patient: Changing behavior takes time, especially with deeply ingrained habits.

If you would like to learn more about your dog’s barking and behavior, contact Colonial Village Labradoodles today to speak with a trainer and schedule your CVL doodle for a training session! 

Multi-generational Australian Labradoodles are a cross between many different parent breeds. The breed originated in Australia in the 1980s with the intent of creating an allergy-friendly service dog for the blind. Australian Labradoodles are a combination of a Poodle, Labrador Retriever, English Cocker Spaniel, American Cocker Spaniel, and Irish Water dogs. These breeds were hand-selected for specific breed qualities to create the ideal service dog for those with allergies. Since then, the breed has continued on and spread across the world. Australian Labradoodles are now considered their own breed with its own breed clubs (ALAA and WALA).