How do you keep a talkative dog quiet?

How to Teach a Dog to Be Quiet

1. Cue the barking. Say “speak” or “bark” and play the sound that gets your pup yipping.
2. Give a cue. Calmly say “quiet” while you hold out a higher-value toy or treat reward than the one used for getting your dog to speak. (
3. Praise your pup’s silence.
4. Bump up the training.

How do I train my dog to be less vocal?

How to Train Your Dog to Speak

1. Once again, get your dog to bark naturally.
2. As your dog barks, say your cue word in a clear, upbeat voice.
3. Praise your dog and give it a treat or toy.
4. Repeat the speak command process several times until your dog seems to understand.

How do you keep a barky dog quiet?

Here are two methods: When your dog is barking, say “Quiet” in a calm, firm voice. Wait until they stop barking, even if it’s just to take a breath, then praise them and give them a treat. Just be careful to never reward them while they are barking.

How do you teach no bark commands?

Your dog can be taught to be quiet by teaching the bark command then reinforcing quiet. You can effectively stop barking by using a food or toy lure or a head halter and then reinforcing quiet behavior. A quiet command should be paired with each session where the dog can be successfully taught to quiet.

Is it bad if my dog doesn’t bark?

Vocal Stress or Health Issues If you have a dog that has suddenly stopped barking or appears to be trying to bark without making any noise, it could be that too much barking has strained his voice. Recent surgery is another reason your dog might be more silent than normal, or he simply might not be feeling well.

How do you deal with a vocal dog?

Start by asking your dog to speak, and reward them verbally when they do. Then, tell them to ‘shush’ and distract them from barking with a yummy treat or a favourite squeaky toy. Your dog can’t bark and investigate the treat at the same time, so they’ll stop barking.

How do I get my dog to stop barking for attention?

The Quiet Method Put him in a situation when he’s likely to bark for attention, so watch TV or ignore him. Once he starts barking, take no notice of him and carry on with what you were doing. Wait for him to stop barking, then when he does, issue the ‘quiet’ command and give him a treat.

How do you teach a dog to bark and speak together?

Repeat the speak command process several times until your dog seems to understand. Once your dog learns the speak and quiet commands separately, you can use them together. Have your dog speak a few times, then tell it to be quiet. Teaching the speak command only works on dogs that will bark.

How do I get my Dog to talk when I talk?

Repeat step 1 over a period of several days, until your dog will speak when you provide the speak command. This makes him aware of his behavior and puts it on command. Find a quiet environment free of distractions. Give the speak command, followed by the ‘quiet’ command. Do not raise your voice for the quiet command.

How do I get my Dog to stop barking all the time?

As your dog begins to bark I want you to now give a “Quiet” command. Be sure to not yell it, just firmly say it. You’ve taught your dog to bark on cue so it’s a controlled bark. This will make it easier for them to stop when you give the “Quiet” command.

How to get a dog to be quiet on command?

Believe it or not the best way to get a dog to be quiet on command is teach them to bark on command. Most people think I’m crazy when I say this but then I explain it, properly execute it and it works like a charm. Let’s break this down…