WHY DO DOGS BARK?

Dogs have been known to bark for a variety of reasons. Barking, while sometimes annoying, is simply a form of communication for our four legged friend. It is vital to understand the many reason a dog may bark, so that their owner can properly train them when it is and when it is not appropriate to do so.

1. To Alert or Warn
   Through out history we have used dogs to alert or warn us when we might be in danger. This type of barking is typically encouraged by dog owners. However, when the bark is low in pitch and combined with growling, this is to show aggression or fear. It is important to know the difference between a normal bark and an aggressive bark, because you do not want to accidentally discourage the dog from alerting you of the presence of a stranger. At the same time, you do not want to encourage the dog to be aggressive when it is not necessary.
2. To Get Attention
   Some dogs will bark just for attention. This is especially true of puppies. Some dogs will continue to do this until they are given what they want, which can become quite irritating. This is the dog's way of training their master. Perhaps it is this kind of barking you wish to curb and are looking into bark collars.
3. To Show Excitement
   Dogs will even bark when they are excited. These types of barks are usually short and sharp. The dog is have a good time and they want everyone to know. The more active and playful, the more likely this will occur. This is not a bad type of barking, unless you live in a neighbor where it may be necessary to keep your dog quiet. If this is the only time your dog barks, it may be convenient for your dog to only wear the bark collar during play time.
4. To Self Identify
   It is common for a dog to bark when they hear another dog barking. Perhaps you have even experience living in a neighbor with multiple dogs and when one dog starts barking a chain reaction occurs. Before you know it the local dog community can be heard by everyone. This is normal behavior for dogs, but can be quite bothersome for you and your neighbors. This is doubly so if your dog is the loudest. It is for the benefit of you and the consideration of your neighbors that led to the invention of bark collars in the first place.
5. As an Outlet of Energy
   If you have a dog that is considered to be an active breed, you may have noticed them barking for what appears to be no reason at all. This is actually because they have a large amount of pent up energy and desperate for a way to release it. In other words, your dog is bored and looking for any outlet to be active. This is another behavior that can be troublesome for you and your neighbors. While you are training your dog not to bark when it is not necessary with one of our many bark collars, your dog will discover other ways to communicate.
6. To Show Displeasure
   Many dogs are left at home while their maser is working. It is because dogs are very social animals, that they develop anxiety when their owner is away. This is the kind of barking that can be quite annoying for your neighbors. This is largely because you are not at home to do anything about it. This is where bark collars play their most important roll in keeping your dog from being a vocal disturbance.