Heredity gave dogs voices but there are procedures to correct most of the sounds that come from canine pets. Dogs in Richmond that bark at the sound of the family's doorbell or a knock on the door need to be taught your preferred doggy behavior. It is their job to bark when a stranger comes to your Richmond house but you should train them that an "okay" from you means you have the situation under control and your dog guardian can stop growling.
Another concern we hear from dog owners is the whining at objects such as a broom or walkers. These are all items a dog can learn to live with quietly. Running fence lines and barking at your Richmond neighbors and their dogs is not acceptable bad dog behavior either. This "distance" barking can be corrected through training sometimes needing a mild zap collar so you can correct your dog from inside the from a distance. It really doesn't take long for them to learn.
It's important for you to remember that a dog's hearing is over two hundred 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 pet when it's time to be quiet when they hear the proper command.
If non-stop 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 Richmond home.