Why Dogs Bark

Objective: Learn several of the underlying reasons dogs bark and develop appropriate responses to this behavior.

Content:

Excessive barking can irritate even the most patient dog-lover, especially when you know that barking means something is bothering your canine friend. Understanding why your dogs are barking and what you can do to prevent and manage this behavior will decrease the noisy barking and lead to happier healthy dogs. In this Lunch & Learn, you’ll learn about the different types of barking, from playful to attention-seeking, and what you can do to minimize this behavior.

Prior to Lunch & Learn Session:

• In preparation for leading the group discussion, the leader should review the supporting document section to determine how the information will be presented.
• Set up a laptop or computer monitor to view “Why Dogs Bark” (link below)
• Print a copy of “Is the Barking Driving You Crazy” for each member of your team
• Print a copy of the “Dog Vocalization Cheat Sheet” for each member of your team