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luv2cheer asked in PetsDogs · 10 years ago

Extreme Great Pyrenees barking problem. Never stops barking!!!!!?

I have a 2 year old great pyrenees that barks nonstop throughout the day. She lives primarily outside. She doesn't live inside because of her shedding, but we do bring her in as much as we can. Every time she barks, my dad runs outside to yell at her, but I know that doesn't work. We have even tried using a shock collar because her problem is so extreme, but even that did not affect the frequency of her barking. This has caused a few complaints from neighbors and even a letter in the mail from the community. Giving her away is not an option and my parents have come to their breaking point with my dog, Sam. They are ready to send her to the local humane society but I won't let that happen. I need an effective solution to her barking problem that can train her to be quiet when she's outside. I am desperate.

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  • 10 years ago
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    Your dad didn't read up and learn about the breed before you got the dog, I suspect. That's sad. How long have you had her??? There is no quickie one paragraph, or one response solution. You need a support group and you need to be able to exchange questions and answers to resolve this. Please join the Yahoo pyr group below to do so. Some of what we can tell you depends on how long you've had the dog and if she was a rescue dog or not.

    Pyrs do shed. You can help that by:

    1) grooming them with rakes and combs several times a week, especially when they are blowing coat once in fall and once in spring.

    2) taking the dog to a groomer who's experienced with pyrs about in June to have all the undercoat removed with the help of Furminator deshedding conditioner as part of the grooming session.

    You're right; yelling doesn't work. If anything, it makes the dog bark more BECAUSE pyrs are SUPPOSED TO BARK to warn you of predators and/or intruders, and to intimidate predators and/or intruders so they stay off your property.

    The shock collar is inappropriate as a means of stoping a pyr from barking.

    In ANY training of a pyr, if you yell at the dog, you cause the OPPOSITE to happen of what you want. They respond to positive training and reinforcement and rewards, NOT to yelling. The dog I yelled at for not coming when called is the only one I ever have trouble getting to come when called, and I'm owned by FOUR pyrs.

    If you want her to not bark as much, you have to:

    1) accept that this is what she is SUPPOSED to be doing

    2) LISTEN to her... some barks are just barking at that dog on the street, while other barks are more serious and warning you of potential dangers.

    3) When she barks, go to the door and look out and ask her "is there anything I need to know about?" Often a pyr will stop barking if it knows you're paying attention to what it's trying to tell you. Once you've acknowledged it's barking, it knows it has done the job of warning you. After that, if it continues, you can tell the dog "thank you, that's enough now". Believe it or not, I've seen it work. My latest puppies responded best to simply saying "shhhhh" in a gentle voice.

    I just wish you'd started working on this before your neighbors threatened your dog. -!-

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  • 4 years ago

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  • 5 years ago

    Find what motivates your dog. Some dogs do anything for food. Some dogs do anything for Toys. Some do anything for a good petting. Some do anything for only one type of food, like cheese, or hotdog. Some only have interest in training for 5 minutes at a time, and others can go for an hour. Figure out what your dog is willing to work for, and then work with her in sessions that are no longer than she can tolerate. How to train your dog properly https://tr.im/trainadog

    Sign up for a dog obedience training class. It will not train your dog. It will give you training on how you can train your dog. Most people understand the idea of training, but there is a right and a wrong way to do it, and there is good and bad technique. Timing and consistency is very important, and it helps to have feedback of someone watching you who can help you improve your technique to get more efficient results with your dog.

    However, she may be somewhat anxious around other dogs, sort of like the shy kid on the playground. She will benefit from continuing what you are doing as far as asking her to sit before entering, but there are more things along those lines that will help her to calmly go in and out of the dog park. She may also benefit from going in short bursts, or only when fewer dogs are present, or avoiding times when other dogs that make her nervous are present. Maybe she just plays loud - my brother's dog is this way - or maybe she is a dogpark bully - sorry it is possible. But more likely she is just a little anxious around new dogs and she wants to play but just doesn't quite know how to do that and still feel comfortable. Don't be surprised if your dog does not actually like the dog park, and maybe she would get more enjoyment and less stress out of simply going for a good walk somewhere else.

    A wagging tail does not mean that your dog is happy or even comfortable with the situation. It means your dog is emotionally aroused. This could be a happy arousal, or it could be a nervous arousal, or it could be an aggressive arousal. Go youtube it, there are plenty of videos of 'vicious' dogs who are throwing a very aggressive fit of barking and snarling while their tail is wagging vigorously. Even police dogs who are not let off the leash to chase down a suspect can be lunging and barking and snarling, and their tails are still going.

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  • 6 years ago

    What I've found is that my Pyr will almost always stop barking when I come to his side and investigate the reason for the bark. I ask him "what's up"? Then tell him it's OK. He will stop barking 90% of the time.

    I know it sounds like I'm personifying a dog, but a Pyr does have an inbreed mission. You can't train it out of them. Don't try.

  • 5 years ago

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    5 years ago

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    By their nature, dogs are pack animals with a well-defined social order. Through basic training, you need to consistently make sure your puppy understands that you are the leader, not him. So in teaching him the basic rules, you take on the role of pack leader.

    To fit into the family circle, your dog must be taught to recognize his name and such commands as come, heel, lie down and sit.

  • Anonymous
    5 years ago

    A natural way for dogs to communicate is to bark at things they find or see, usually which are interesting or a threat to them. If you have a dog that barks too much, then you want to find a way to calm down the instinct by offering the best dog training. While you want to make sure your dog can express themselves sometimes by barking, you also want to focus on not letting the noise become a burden. Following are some of the dog training tips that help your dog to stop barking while establishing basic obedience rules for the home.

    Start young. If you have an older dog that hasn't been trained to stop barking, it is difficult to stop. You want to make sure that you train puppies not to bark if they are doing it too much. The younger you start training them, the easier it will be for them to understand the dog training commands.

    Understand what barking is for. Barks from a dog are used for several reasons. You want to make sure you understand why they bark and whether this can be prevented. Some common reasons for barking are from the dog being bored or lonely. If there are distractions that the dog feels are a threat, they may also bark. You can prevent dogs from barking by giving them extra attention or by getting another pet.

    Reward them when they stop. Just like other types of obedience training, you can easily stop your dog from barking by showing them when to be quiet. This is known as one of the best dog training methods. Dog training commands and words such as saying quiet, with a voice that has a low tone, will easily stop your dog from barking. Once they do stop, you can reward them by telling them good in a higher tone and by giving them a treat. However, you need to do this instantly after they stop so they understand what the reward is for.

    Anti bark collars. If your dog instinctively keeps barking at everything, then you can get a collar for extra training. When the dog barks, a stimulus or scent is set off which causes slight discomfort for the dog. If you aren't around and your dog starts barking, it will immediately stop them.

    Know when to train. You want to make sure you don't leave your dog in a position where they can't express themselves. Even if you have neighbors who don't like the dog barking, there are certain times where they should be able to speak. Knowing when to apply commands and training and when to let them bark helps them to feel comfortable while allowing you to apply limitations.

    The ability to offer the best dog training is one that is reliant on consistency and understanding your dog. If you have a pet that naturally wants to bark, then finding a way to monitor the behavior is the best step to take. Following these dog training tips can help you to establish better behavior with your dog while allowing them to express themselves at the right time.

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  • 10 years ago

    i had the same problem with my 2 year old dog, but luckily i found a good training method after a long time of researching. when your dog barks, and you yell at them, they think yu are barking along. first of all, you need to make sure you are the "pack leader", aka the dominant one. you need to make it clear that you are his leader, and that your orders have to be followed. if you go on bing and search, youll know how to do this. after training is done, and he still barks, go out, and with a firm deep voice, say " quiet". make sure you are confident, and dont hit or scream at your dog because they will take this as a sign of weakness and try to take over. eventually, he will stop. btw, your dog can only have one pack leader, so if its going to be you, you have to train him, and you have to teach him commands such as " sit" and "stay", so he doesnt get confused. this would also take away any agression issues. hope i helped :) good luck

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  • 10 years ago

    Find your dog a loving proper home. GP's are loving dogs all dogs need human interaction, walking, loving, training. Being isolated in a backyard while your family is inside is cruel! She's barking because she's LONELY and STRESSED! She needs a family.

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