Heredity gave dogs voices but there are procedures to correct most of the sounds that come from man's best friend. Dogs in Ringwood that bark at the sound of the family's doorbell or a knock on the door need to be taught a greeting ritual. It is their job to bark when a stranger comes to your Ringwood house but you should teach them that an "okay" from you means everything is fine and your protector can stop barking.
Another complaint we hear from dog owners is the whining at objects such as a shovel or rakes. These are all things a pet can learn to live with quietly. Running the property lines and barking at your Ringwood neighbors and their dogs should not be tolerated bad dog behavior either. This "distance" barking can be corrected through training sometimes needing a mild shock collar so you can correct your dog from inside the house. It really doesn't take long for them to learn.
It's important for you to remember that a dog's hearing is over 200 times better than your hearing. He can hear your car coming from over a block away. He will respond with his voice. You just need to learn how to teach your dog when it's time to be quiet when they hear the proper command.
If endless dog barking is an issue you would like to correct, please give Frank Allison, dog obedience trainer a call or click to set up an appointment. Frank would be happy to schedule a private session in your Ringwood home.