Foster is beautiful!! And he was a adorable puppy! How did you ever spend a whole summer away from him!!??
I think we should ask Carrie or Dixieland Dancer or KYS maybe for help on this one. I would sure like to hear their response too! I know how frustrating it can be when a dog is barking and you can't get him/her to stop. Especially when one lives in an apartment...
I dont' think the citronella collar would be useful if the barking occurs when you are home,like I said before. Or does Foster bark whether you are home or not?
I think training the "quiet" command would be appropriate for when you are there and if the barking continues when you are not home to stop him, then the citronella collar may come in handy. I consider any "aids" such as these extreme myself and don't like using them. I used it in Ripley's case because he had severe seperation anxiety and it was a last resort.
If you believe Carrie and many other dog trainers/ behaviorists, which I do!, once a leadership is established, the dog should respond to your commands once trained. I really shouldn't talk though since Duncan does not know "quiet", among other things! Everytime I put my sneakers on, he goes nuts barking at me until I get him outside!
I'm sure someone will chime in with help soon! If we get lost, I'll email someone! I want you to hear some of the wonderful advice offered here and since I've been here longer, I won't let your problem go unsolved!!!!
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