This may sound strange, but it works for me and family when there is something the dog is doing wrong...In a firm voice, say "ACK!". That seems to make them stop and listen to what you are saying. And then just tell them another command, such as "Come!"Our cute little puppy Dodger is the greatest dog,but he barks too much! In the house,out of the house. I am thinking about a correction collar,but I don't want him to be so afraid to bark that if a prowler were around he wouldn't let us know. The collars have different levels of correction and don't hurt the dog,it's just a level of vibration i guess. He is Lab/Australian shepard and I read that Australian Sheps tend to bark a lot to ward off strangers. He will bark at anyone and as soon as there at the door,he is their best friend. He wouldn't hurt a fly. I have worked in the pet business for 10 years now and work around dogs all day at my new job. Still not sure what to do though....any advice?
This was told to me by a trainer. It jerks their mind to you. See if it works. And, it is a cheap remedy!